kids Archives - Karla Salinari

Gluten Free Side Dish: Plantain Fries

Dinner, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, Snacks, UncategorizedMarch 29, 2019

Gluten Free Side Dish: Plantain Fries! A healthier version of an old guilty-pleasure. This gluten free side dish is great as a snack or side dish as it pairs well with a variety of flavors. Plus it satisfies the craving for salty and crunchy without the guilt! Cooked in avocado oil, topped with fresh cilantro and…

Healthy Halloween Snack Ideas

Dessert, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, Snacks, UncategorizedOctober 29, 2018

I know Healthy Halloween Snack Ideas doesn't go together but we've gotta get these kids away from so much junk - don't you agree? One way to do it is by adding healthier alternatives to the mix. Stores like Whole Foods, Amazon and Trader Joes are making it easier to buy better-for-you options that are just as…

Back to School, Easy Recipes, Kid Friendly

4 Breakfast Flips For Back to School

Breakfast, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, SnacksAugust 28, 2018

Raise your hand if you're fresh out of ideas on what to make for breakfast before the littles head back to school next week! I totally hear you and came to help! Because let's face it, we are all on the same boat! Real TALK! Depending on Caro's mood (she’s moody now, guys) she’ll…

White Bean Mac and Cheese! Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free

Entrees, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, SnacksJune 14, 2018

Like most of us, I find it hard to believe that dairy-free Mac and cheese can taste good. For me, if it's not the real thing why even bother, right? All that changed when I saw a recipe for Mac and Cheese made with sweet potatoes. Mac and Cheese has to be creamy and it…

Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Dessert, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, SnacksApril 5, 2018

I promise you these Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies will win the family over. They're perfect for dunking in (non-diary) milk, making ice ‘cream’ sandwiches or by themselves - honestly, anything goes.They're also VEGAN, gluten-free, refined sugar-free and perfect for baking with smaller kids because all you really need is ONE mixing bowl and a few…

No Bake Energy Bites

Dessert, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, SnacksFebruary 14, 2018

These energy bites are gluten-free, easy to make, full of protein, and perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert! Here's how you can make them at home. Ingredients 1 cup dry gluten-free quick cooking oats 2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes ½ cup almond butter (peanut butter works too) ½ cup chia seeds ½ cup dairy-free…