The summer months mean hungry little ones searching the kitchen for something healthy to eat. Here are a few affordable and healthy options to keep on hand for an easy snack when your kids get the munchies!                              

Kitchen Pantry Summer Essentials for Kids:

• Tomato Sauce-low sodium: great for a healthy home made pizza or pasta dish.
• Canned Fruit packed in water or 100% juice: pineapple chunks, peaches, or mixed fruit.
• Canned Vegetables: sweet corn, mixed veggies, chili beans, green beans.                                                  
• Baked tortilla chips with fresh salsa.                                                                 
• Chicken or Chunk Light Tuna in water.
• Whole grain bagels, pita bread, whole grain bread, whole grain hot dog or hamburger buns.
• Reduced fat peanut butter.

Protein and Dairy Options                                          

• Reduced Fat or Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese                                     
• Turkey Deli meat – Low Sodium
• Turkey Hot Dog Links                                     
• Low-Fat Milk
• Turkey Pepperoni
• Boiled eggs (pre-cook and leave in refrigerator for children to enjoy)   
• Low-Fat fruit flavored yogurt

Fresh Fruits & Vegetables

Have plenty of seasonal produce on hand, washed and ready to use.

Tip: Ask your children what are some of their favorite fruits & veggies.

    

   

   

  

   

  

  

My healthy plate is an excellent guide that helps us to think of different foods. For more ideas, visit www.choosemyplate.gov