How to get kids to eat more spinach?

Sneaky, tasty ways to add greens to kid-friendly meals

Incorporate spinach into foods kids already like so flavor and texture are masked. Blend spinach into smoothies with sweet fruit and yogurt, fold finely chopped or pureed spinach into pasta sauces, meatballs, or burgers, and add it to muffins or pancakes for a hidden boost.

Kid-friendly ideas:

• Bright green smoothies with banana and berries
• Spinach-infused mac and cheese or quesadillas
• Mini frittatas or egg muffins with finely chopped spinach

Make it fun:

• Let kids help wash leaves or choose mix-ins.
• Use colorful plates or cookie cutters for presentation.
• Offer dips (yogurt, ranch-style) to make greens more appealing.

Gradual exposure helps palates adapt. Start small, keep textures familiar, and praise adventurous bites.