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“Veggies deliver lots of good-for-you nutrients, with fiber being at the top of the list. Fiber helps keep our digestive system healthy and our bathroom routine regular, which can mean fewer bellyaches,” says EatingWell’s deputy digital editor, Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD. Plus, research shows that a healthy gut can have a positive impact elsewhere in the body, like improved immune health. “Offering your kids a variety of colorful fruits and veggies is the best way to ensure they’re getting the nutrients they need to grow and stay healthy,” she says.
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So I keep trying. But HOW to get kids to eat their veggies? That is the eternal question! And it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. But I will tell you what works for my family: I make soup.
Thisveggie-packed minestrone soupis my go-to. Although it’s called weight-loss soup, it’s hearty and nutrient-packed and appropriate for growing kids and people who aren’t trying to lose weight. A 1¾-cup bowlful contains 2 full vegetable servings. It’s an endlessly versatile soup that’s conducive to swaps that work for your family. There’s even aslow-cooker versionif you want to set it and forget it. This recipe makes a TON. For my family of four with two kids, it’s enough for at least 2 meals: one for now and one for later in the week or to freeze for a night when we don’t have time to cook.
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Full disclosure: Some nights they eat around the zucchini, but I try not to make a big deal about it, so long as they’re eatingsomesoup with their bread and butter.
Some family-friendly swaps and tips I’ve tried that work:
If your kids really don’t like chunky vegetable soup, try a pureed soup!Here’s how to turn any vegetable into creamy soup:
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