Benefit #1. You can make this salad in less than 15 minutes. Nutrient-rich canned and frozen vegetables are combined with fresh chopped red onion and tossed with a simple rice wine/oil vinaigrette. Benefit #2. Big batch means it'll feed growing kids, teens plus Mom and Dad for several days. At home, work or in packed lunches. Benefit #3. Easy way to eat more vegetables! It's filled with all the right nutrients to keep everyone healthy: protein, fiber and dozens of immune-boosting vitamins, ...
ABC’s of Treats, Sweets & Desserts – Creative Back to School Lunches Part 3
A = Attitude. What’s your attitude about sweets and treats as a Mom or Dad? I’m hoping it’s a healthy one, which in my opinion means never saying these foods are off-limits, “bad” or “junk.” You realize and respect that some foods contain more nutrients than others, and some foods are meant to be enjoyed regardless of their nutrient value. So, you model this all-inclusive attitude as a parent, and by doing so, teach your kids how to have “healthy respect” for ALL foods. Treats, sweets and ...