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Welcome to Our Healthy Snack Guide
SMART SNACKS FOR BRIGHT SPARKS
Healthy eating helps kids grow strong, stay active, and learn with energy! Crunch Fruits & Veggies Every Day! Go for Whole Foods Power! Go Easy On Sugar Treats! Drink Water and Stay Bright! They keep your immune system strong, happy, and ready to play all day long! Oats, whole wheat, and chickpeas give long-lasting brain energy every hour. Choose natural sweetness like fresh fruits and dates over artificial candies. Water keeps your body refreshed, hydrated, and feeling focused for learning.
Fruity Monday
FRUIT SKEWERS Ingredients Strawberries, washed and halved Seedless grapes (red & green) Pineapple or melon chunks Banana, cut into thick coins Wooden blunt skewers Thread fruit pieces onto blunt wooden skewers in rainbow order. Serve for a refreshing snack! How to Make:
POTATO CHEESE BALLS Ingredients : How to make : 2 boiled potatoes 2 tbsp breadcrumbs A pinch of salt A little black pepper 1 tbsp chopped coriander 2 tbsp grated cheese Mash the boiled potatoes. Add breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and coriander. Mix well and make small balls. Roll them in breadcrumbs. Bake or air-fry until lightly golden.
CHICKEN SANDWICH Ingredients : How to make : 1 cup cooked shredded chicken 2 tbsp light mayonnaise Thinly sliced cucumber or lettuce 4 slices whole wheat bread Pinch of black pepper and salt Mix shredded chicken with mayonnaise and pepper. Spread onto bread, layer with cucumber slices, and cut into triangles!
Tasty Tuesday
BAKED CHEESE BREAD Ingredients : How to make : 2 slices of whole-wheat bread 2 tbsp grated cheese 1 tbsp butter A pinch of oregano A pinch of garlic powderPlace the bread slices on a baking tray. Spread a thin layer of butter on each slice. Sprinkle grated cheese on top. Add a little oregano. Bake at 180°C for 5–8 minutes, until the cheese melts and the bread is lightly crisp. Cut into small pieces and serve warm.
INGREDIENTS : 1 cup flour 1 egg ¾ cup milk 1 tbsp sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tbsp meltd butter or oil A pinch of salt HOW TO MAKE Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the egg, milk, and melted butter. Mix until smooth. Heat a lightly greased pan. Pour a small amount of batter into the pan. Cook until bubbles appear, then flip and cook the other side. Serve warm with fruit, honey, or yogurt. FLUFFY PANCAKES
Ingredients : How to make : SPAGHETTI 1 cup spaghetti 1 cup tomato sauce 1 tbsp oil A pinch of salt ¼ cup grated cheese A little chopped carrot or capsicum Boil spaghetti until soft and drain. Heat oil and add tomato sauce. Add the vegetables and cook until soft. Add spaghetti and mix well. Sprinkle cheese on top and serve warm.
Wholesome Wednesday
Ingredients : How to make : PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES ½ cup peanut butter ¼ cup sugar 1 egg ½ cup flour ½ tsp baking powder Mix peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Add flour and baking powder. Mix into a soft dough. Make small balls and flatten them gently. Place on a baking tray. Bake at 180°C for 10–12 minutes. Let them cool before serving.
CLASSIC BOILED EGG SANDWICH Ingredients : How to make : 2 hard-boiled eggs, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1/4 tsp black pepper, pinch of salt, slices of bread, butter Peel and mash the hard-boiled eggs with a fork in a bowl. Mix in mayonnaise, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Spread butter on the bread slices, add the egg mixture, press together, and slice diagonally.
Ingredients : 1 tortilla 1–2 tbsp cream cheese 2–3 tbsp cooked shredded chicken Cucumber, thinly sliced Carrot, grated or cut into thin strips CHICKEN VEGGIE WRAP How to make : Place the tortilla flat. Spread cream cheese over it. Add the cooked chicken, cucumber, and carrot. Roll the tortilla tightly. Cut into small pieces and serve.
Treaty Thursday
Ingredients : How to make : MINI PIZZA 1 small whole-wheat pita or bread slice 1 tbsp pizza sauce 2 tbsp grated cheese 1 tbsp cooked shredded chicken 1–2 tbsp finely chopped capsicum or sweet corn A pinch of oregano Place the pita/bread on a baking tray. Spread pizza sauce over it. Add chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle cheese and oregano on top. Bake at 180°C for 5–8 minutes, until the cheese melts. Let it cool slightly, cut into small pieces, and serve.
CRISPY ROASTED CHICKPEAS Ingredients : How to make : 1 can (or 1.5 cups) cooked chickpeas, rinsed and dried 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp mild paprika or cumin Pinch of sea salt Toss dried chickpeas with olive oil and mild spices. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes until crunchy and golden.
Ingredients : How to make : HOMEMADE HUMMUS 1 can chickpeas (rinsed & drained) ¼ cup tahini 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 garlic clove (or ¼ tsp garlic powder) ½ tsp salt 2 tbsp ice-cold water Combine: Put all ingredients except water into a blender or food processor. Blend: Process on high. Drizzle in cold water 1 tablespoon at a time until smooth and creamy. Serve: Spoon into a bowl and serve with veggies or pita.
Fun Friday
Ingredients : How to make : OAT & DATE ENERGY BALLS 1 cup rolled oats ½ cup soft, pitted dates 2 tbsp peanut butter 1–2 tbsp milk, if needed 1 tbsp honey (optional) 1 tbsp desiccated coconut (optional) Soak the dates in warm water for 5–10 minutes if they are firm. Mash or blend the dates into a soft paste. Mix the oats, date paste, and peanut butter in a bowl. Add a little milk if the mixture feels too dry. Add honey or coconut if desired. Take small portions and roll them into balls. Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Ingredients : How to make : ROASTED NUTS & SEEDS MIX 1 cup raw peanuts, 1/2 cup sunflower or pumpkin seeds, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, pinch of chili powder( optional) Toss peanuts and seeds in olive oil, salt, and spices. Toast in a skillet over low- medium heat for 5–8 minutes (or bake at 350°F/175°C for 10 minutes), stirring until fragrant.
Ingredients : How to make : CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS 4–6 chicken drumsticks, 2 tbsp butter, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp paprika, salt, and pepper. Season drumsticks with salt, pepper, and paprika. Melt butter and garlic in a pan over medium heat. Add drumsticks and cook for 20–25 minutes, turning frequently until golden brown and cooked through.
The End Happy & Healthy Snacking!