5 deconstructed meals for kids
Truth is, kids eat better (and have more fun) when they can customize their meals. These buffet-style recipes put the power of choice in their capable hands.

Thai Tofu-Quinoa Bowl
Welcome a meatless meal with this filling tofu-quinoa bowl. If that isn’t your thing, this dish is also tasty with chicken, shrimp or even scrambled egg. Get the recipe: Thai Tofu-Quinoa Bowl

Sprouted Niçoise Salad
Without dressing, the components of this restaurant-style salad keep really well in the fridge. Try piling it all onto crusty bread, too! Get the recipe: Sprouted Niçoise Salad

Maple Carrot Soup
This soup calls for a swirl: dollop sour cream on top and then (carefully) drag a toothpick through it to create a design. Get the recipe: Maple Carrot Soup

Cauliflower Tacos
When kids help themselves, they help everyone. They’ll be eager to load up their own taco, and if you’re lucky, they may even want to help prep. Get the recipe: Cauliflower Tacos

Hoisin Beef Stir-Fry
Appease everyone at the table by keeping everything separate. Divide marinade between beef and veggies and stir fry each on its own. Swap chicken for beef and mix in sugar snap peas, broccoli or peppers, too. Get the recipe: Hoisin Beef Stir-Fry

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