Snacks Recipes

In need of a little afternoon snack? Skip the potato chips and grab a handful of the Tropical Fruit and Nut Mix. These tasty snacks are great to take with you on the run and can be easily made ahead of time.


Champions for Change favorites:

Paradise Freeze, Peachy Peanut Butter Pita Pockets, Veggie Tortilla Roll-Ups


Alphabetical Quick Links:

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C


Chickpea Dip with Fresh Vegetables
(PDF 172KB)

Citrus Berry Ice
(PDF 280KB)

Corn Tortillas
(PDF 172KB)

Crispy Taquitos
(PDF 164KB)



F


Fresh Cactus Leaves
(PDF 160KB)



G


Great Grape Smoothie
(PDF 172KB)



J


Jicama Piña Breeze
(PDF 160KB)



M


Mango and Blackeye Pea Salsa
(PDF 311KB)

Mexican Rice
(PDF 172KB)



P


Paradise Freeze
(PDF 176KB)

Peachy Peanut Butter Pita Pockets
(PDF 168KB)

Pear Mango Salsa
(PDF 164KB)

Pico de Gallo
(PDF 176KB)



Q


Quick and Creamy Grape Shake
(PDF 156KB)



R


Roasted Chilies and Bell Peppers
(PDF 160KB)



R


Supreme Mashed Potatoes
(PDF 302KB)

Sweet Potato Fries
(PDF 298KB)



T


Tomatillo Salsa
(PDF 176KB)

Tortilla Pizzas
(PDF 172KB)

Tropical Fruit and Nut Snack Mix
(PDF 180KB)



V


Vegetable Medley with Salsa Dip
(PDF 156KB)

Vegetable Quesadillas
(PDF 180KB)

Veggie Tortilla Roll-Ups
(PDF 172KB)



W


Warming Tortillas
(PDF 164KB)

Watermelon Salsa
(PDF 280KB)



W


Zucchini Muffins
(PDF 302KB)



 

Download Free Support Materials

Want more kid-friendly or ethnic recipes?

Download these free recipe books courtesy of the Network for a Healthy California.

Helpful Hints

  • Plan ahead. Make a shopping list of recipe ingredients before you go to the store.
  • Make a goal to include at least one fruit or vegetable with every meal and snack.
  • Offer new fruits and vegetables several times. Prepare them in different ways (raw vs. cooked, chopped vs. whole) to find the way your child likes them best.
  • Get cooking with your kids. It saves time and can be fun for all.