Home Food & Drink 10 Broccoli Recipes Kids Will Actually Eat (We Promise!) By susie foresmanMarch 17, 2021 Search more like this comfort-foodpicky-eaterpicky-eatersreadingbroccolirecipebakecheesebeefsoupsavorysaladpotatokitchen Read next Food & Drink The Best Organic Clothes for Babies & Toddlers Food & Drink 45 Pumpkin Carving Designs That’ll Wow the Neighborhood Food & Drink Target’s Best Holiday Deals Start Sooner Than You Think Food & Drink This Larger Than Life Mister Rogers Monument is Exactly What the World Needs Food & Drink Want a Free Donut on Halloween? Here’s How to Get One from Krispy Kreme For some kids, broccoli is an acquired taste—but we’ve found that with the right recipe, even picky eaters will gobble it right up. Below, we’ve rounded up our favorite kid-approved broccoli recipes, from broccoli cheddar soup to broccoli salad to perfectly roasted broccoli. Keep reading for all the green goodness. photo: Savory Tooth Broccoli Cheddar Risotto Broccoli takes center stage in this easy risotto recipe from Savory Tooth, but there’s also enough cheddar cheese to convince little ones to give it a try. It's a pretty hands-off recipe, so no need to sweat it out over the stove. To get the recipe, click here. photo: My Kitchen Love Garlicky Peanut Soba Noodles with Roasted Broccoli This recipe from My Kitchen Love pairs sweet, tangy peanut noodles with perfectly roasted broccoli for a meatless meal that’s totally satisfying. Get the recipe by clicking here. photo: Jen Silverstein/Red Tricycle Broccoli & Red Pepper Egg Bake This egg bake is a simple way to get more veggies into your kid’s diet, and it comes together in less than half an hour. It’s easy to switch up the veggies to fit your family’s tastes. To grab the recipe, click here. photo: Pinch of Yum Sesame Beef and Broccoli A popular Chinese food take-out item, beef and broccoli is a family favorite broccoli recipe for its flavor and nutrient-packed ingredients. While searing the meat might take a little extra time, this version from Pinch of Yum is a 30-minute meal perfect for busy weeknights. Click here to get the recipe. photo: Smitten Kitchen Crispy Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic This simple roasted broccoli method from Smitten Kitchen is our go-to side dish. The broccoli is roasted at a high temperature to create crisp, toasted edges, and it’s finished with a refreshing hit of lemon. Grab the recipe by clicking here. photo: The Life Jolie Broccoli with Cheese Sauce Turn your little ones into broccoli lovers with this recipe from The Life Jolie. A homemade cheese sauce is a perfect accompaniment for steamed broccoli (or cauliflower, or baked potatoes). Click here to get the recipe. photo: White Blank Space Baked Korean Meatballs If you’ve got a particularly picky eater, these meatballs from White Blank Space are a great way to get some broccoli into their diet. Finely chopped broccoli is incorporated into the savory mix of beef, parmesan and soy sauce. Click here to see how they’re made. photo: Boulder Locavore Broccoli Sausage Pasta Salad You can’t go wrong with a pasta salad, especially when it’s loaded with sausage, broccoli and mozzarella cheese. It’s finished with a light, zesty vinaigrette to keep it from feeling too heavy. To grab the recipe from Boulder Locavore, click here. photo: Louis Hansel via Unsplash Broccoli Cheddar Soup Inspired by the broccoli cheddar soup from Panera, this recipe from The Girl Who Ate Everything is the ultimate comfort food. Served with some crusty bread on the side, this is bound to be a hit with the whole family. Click here to get the recipe. photo: shutterbean via flickr Veggie Stuffed Baked Potatoes No need to pile a baked potato with sour cream and butter—check out this recipe that combines carrots, broccoli and feta cheese for a winter warmer with a healthy twist. To get the recipe, click here. —Susie Foresman RELATED STORIES: 8 Easy Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat More Vegetables 20 Family-Friendly Plant-Based Slow Cooker Recipes 37 Creative Mac & Cheese Recipes
