Healthy Broccoli Recipes Kid Friendly

Easy Broccoli Recipes for Kids

There are so many reasons to love broccoli! It’s budget-friendly, readily available, nutritious, and incredibly versatile in the kitchen. You can enjoy raw with your favorite dip, roasted with olive oil and seasonings, or incorporate it into an array of recipes. The problem is that it’s always a hit or miss with my kids. One day they will love it and the next day it gets tossed to the floor. That’s why I’m constantly coming up with fun and delicious ways to include it in our family meals, and I’m so happy to be sharing our favorites with you. I’ve crafted all these recipes to be kid-friendly and easy to eat. My hope is that you will discover new easy, go-to family meals that will get your kids excited about broccoli. And even if they don’t take to it, that just means more for the rest of the family, or save the leftovers. Your child may declare their newfound love for it the next day.

Broccoli Health Benefits

Broccoli has so many amazing nutritional benefits, including:

Antioxidant properties: it contains antioxidants like sulforaphane, which help protect cells from oxidative damage and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases Supports immune function: the high vitamin C content in broccoli can help the body fight off infections Bone health: Nutrients like vitamin K and calcium contribute to bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis Digestive health: The fiber in broccoli aids digestion and promotes a healthy gut Heart health: The fiber, potassium, and antioxidants in broccoli help regulate blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

How to Cook Broccoli – The Basics

Broccoli can be absolutely delicious all by itself if you cook it just right! I’m spilling my top tips and techniques to make your broccoli crave-worthy :).