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3 Easy Healthy Toddler Meals with Hummus

April 25, 2016 by Julie 57 Comments

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I was hired by The Women Bloggers to participate in this #HummusMadeEasy campaign led by Kendal King Group and #SoapboxInfluence on behalf of BUSH’S® Hummus Made Easy. Opinions (and excitement in creating these easy healthy toddler meals) are mine. 

 

Feeding a tiny human should not be so difficult. But if your young toddler is anything like my 17-month-old, food is rejected (and tossed) immediately as a rule before even giving it a taste. There might be about a handful of foods he is willing to eat without a song and dance, pleading, or attempts at tough love (“I guess you’re not hungry…”) so I try to creatively include his favorites when introducing something new (or something resembling a vegetable – which is why I try to blend vegetables into foods).

One food I know my toddler loves is beans. When dining out at a Mexican restaurant, he nearly climbs onto the table to devour (and wear) my side of refried beans and rice. But how often can this Mom put beans in everything? That’s why I was thrilled to learn about BUSH’S® Hummus Made Easy! I personally love hummus, so I’m thrilled that my baby boy does too. Is hummus healthy for toddlers you might be wondering? Why yes, yes it is. Hummus is high in protein and fiber! Great for little tummies.

When I say easy, I mean it! This Mom (aka me) is a fan of any recipe with fewer than a handful of ingredients and steps, and these are total winners in my book. Check out the steps to make your own hummus:

  1. Drain & rinse a can of BUSH’S® beans.
  2. Pour into blender/food processor.
  3. Add a packet of BUSH’S® Hummus Made Easy to the beans.
  4. Blend.

That was easy! Now let’s get creative and get to our three easy healthy toddler meals and recipes that both the Toddler and us grownups can enjoy.


Easy Healthy Toddler Meals, #1: Southwest Black Bean Hummus Tacos

Southwest Hummus Tacos

This recipe is extra fun because not only are we making hummus but then we’re building it into a taco. Taco Tuesday, anyone? I mean, I live in Texas and all. I’ll take any opportunity to have a Southwest-inspired meal in my lovely Texas-shaped serving dish! With a side of iced tea. Yes, please!

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Ingredients:

  • BUSH’S® Southwest Black Bean Hummus Made Easy packet
  • BUSH’S® Black Beans, drained and rinsed
  • Tortillas
  • Canned corn, drained
  • Tomato, diced
  • Lettuce, shredded
  • Shredded cheese (Mexican style blend)

Directions? Super easy.

  1. Make hummus (blend BUSH’S® Southwest Black Bean Hummus Made Easy packet with drained and rinsed BUSH’S® Black Beans).
  2. Layer your taco like so:
    1. Tortilla
    2. Spread the Hummus
    3. Lettuce
    4. Tomato
    5. Corn
    6. Shredded cheese

The grownups can eat it like a regular taco and you can cut it into small slivers for the toddler. Yummy for all.

Easy Healthy Toddler Meals, #2: Roasted Red Pepper Hummus and Colorful Veggies

Red Pepper Hummus

Here is one way to convince the Toddler to eat a vegetable or two. You absolutely can’t resist a lovely platter full of rainbow-colored veggies and a tasty dip. My mom was actually visiting me from California for my birthday, and we both had a blast making this platter and devouring it. Buy the most colorful vegetables at the store, and you can even use them as a teaching moment to help the toddler experience his colors.

Ingredients:

  • BUSH’S® Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Made Easy packet
  • BUSH’S® Garbanzo Beans, drained and rinsed
  • Veggies (suggestions: red pepper, yellow pepper, orange pepper, yellow squash, zucchini, cucumber, baby carrots, celery, various herbs)
  • Pita chips or veggie sticks for dipping

Directions:

  1. Make hummus (blend BUSH’S® Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Made Easy packet with drained and rinsed BUSH’S®Garbanzo Beans).
  2. Put in the middle of a serving dish, and drizzle some herbs on top.
  3. Chop veggies into easy to munch on slices and arrange on serving tray in varying colors. Add pita chips.

Then enjoy as a family out on your patio on a lovely sunny day.

Easy Healthy Toddler Meals, #3: Classic and Basil Hummus with Veggies or Pita Chips

Classic Basil Hummus

The third recipe for a healthy Toddler hummus-inspired meal is similar to the second in that we use veggies and/or pita chips/veggie sticks for dipping. But the hummus itself is quite different, and the dual color can serve as a fun treat. This way you have some options and can mix and match the veggies and hummus combinations. Fun times.

Ingredients:

  • BUSH’S® Classic Hummus Made Easy packet
  • BUSH’S® Garbanzo Beans, drained and rinsed
  • Basil stir-in-paste (can also add Cilantro and Parsley stir-in-pastes for a deeper green), to taste.
  • Veggies (suggestions: red pepper, yellow pepper, orange pepper, yellow squash, zucchini, cucumber, baby carrots, celery, various herbs)
  • Pita chips or veggie sticks for dipping
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Directions:

  1. Make hummus (blend BUSH’S® Classic Hummus Made Easy packet with drained and rinsed BUSH’S® Garbanzo Beans) and divide.
  2. In one batch of the hummus and add in Basil (and Cilantro and Parsley if you like) stir-in-paste(s) and mix. You want to make a creamy, even green.
  3. “Layer” the two hummus styles in circles on a serving dish, with the basil-flavored hummus on the inside, and the classic hummus on the outside.
  4. Chop veggies and arrange on serving tray in alternating colors. Add pita chips in between for more fun.

Another lovely meal or appetizer to enjoy as a family.

There you have it, three simple hummus-inspired meals that your toddler can enjoy, and so can you! BUSH’S® Hummus Made Easy packets can be picked up at Walmart, right next to the regular BUSH’S® Beans. In fact, I purchased all of the ingredients for my three meals at Walmart, and it was quite convenient (and didn’t try my Toddler’s patience).

The Toddler absolutely enjoyed devouring (and wearing) his hummus.  Check him out, practicing (well, attempting) his dipping skills and enjoying a healthy meal!

 

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Looks like he had a bit of fun with dinner, didn’t he?

My Toddler Enjoying Hummus

Feeding a tiny human, made simpler with the help of BUSH’S® Hummus Made Easy. He certainly didn’t toss this meal to the floor, so a total Mom Win!

Have you made your own hummus? Share some recipes with me!

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Comments

  1. Silly Mummy says

    May 5, 2016 at 5:25 pm

    Great suggestions! Must try them – I love hummus & the kids seem to have liked it when they’ve tried a bit. #KCACOLS

    Reply
  2. Melissa says

    May 5, 2016 at 11:13 am

    Hummus is such a great way to get kiddos to eat some veggies! It’s definitely one of my favorite go to snacks!

    Reply
  3. Jade Lloyd says

    May 2, 2016 at 1:23 pm

    I have got a hummus craving now…I have never I admit made it from scratch either..hummus is the only way I can get my son to eat carrot…I will be trying this! #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:52 pm

      Yea, getting kids to eat veggies, so hard!

      Reply
  4. Savannah says

    May 2, 2016 at 5:04 am

    You know, and this is going to sound crazy, I’ve never had hummus before! I’ve heard so much about it, and know quite a few people who are completely obsessed with it-but I’ve just never given it a try. These photos have sparked my appetite though, and I think that’s going to have to change! Thanks for sharing <3 #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:57 pm

      It is definitely worth a try 🙂 You might find a new favorite snack, or not.

      Reply
  5. mainy - myrealfairy says

    May 2, 2016 at 4:02 am

    Oh hummus goes down really well in this house and your recipe is slightly different to what I’ve tried before so I’ll give it a go. You’ve made me hungry!!:)

    mainy

    #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:58 pm

      Haha I had to snack while writing this post, it made me hungry too!

      Reply
  6. Jess Powell (Babi a Fi) says

    May 1, 2016 at 10:58 am

    These look gorgeous – I love how colourful and enticing they are! x #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:34 pm

      Thanks Jess 🙂 The colorful and exciting is thanks to my Mom who is great at presentation of food! We had a blast making these.

      Reply
  7. Madeline says

    May 1, 2016 at 9:05 am

    Mmm, the roasted red pepper hummus looks good! I don’t have it that often but you’ve really made me fancy some now! x #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      You bring up a good point, we don’t have hummus that often either, and should really add it into the rotation more 🙂

      Reply
  8. Morgan says

    May 1, 2016 at 8:56 am

    Hummus is a big favorite around here – I love this simple way of making it! So smart.

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      I love the simplicity too! Why can’t all food be made so quickly?

      Reply
  9. Emma says

    May 1, 2016 at 5:29 am

    Big fans of hummus over here. We would eat it everyday if we could 🙂 #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      Well, you really can eat it on many days if you change it up a lot. It took me over a week to snack on all those leftovers heh.

      Reply
  10. Sara Skillington says

    May 1, 2016 at 2:57 am

    We love hummus here – so great for spreading and dipping. Thanks for the lovely ideas 🙂 Thanks so much for linking up with #KCACOLS. Hope you return next week 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:54 pm

      I’m becoming a big fan of #KCACOLS 🙂

      Reply
  11. The Speed Bump says

    May 1, 2016 at 2:39 am

    I’m not a hummus fan but my daughter loves it! Great ideas here. #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Well even if you’re not a huge fan, hope you make some hummus for your daughter 🙂

      Reply
  12. Emma says

    April 30, 2016 at 4:15 pm

    my boy loves hummus and there is a lot you can do with it 🙂 it makes a great snack! we like making Lions out of rice cakes, carrot sticks and hummus #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 30, 2016 at 5:45 pm

      Ooh I love how you make animals out of food!!

      Reply
  13. Healing Mama says

    April 29, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    My mouth is watering! My kids love hummus! I’m going to try these recipes!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:33 pm

      Yay glad your kids love hummus too 🙂 Let me know if you come up with another fun variation.

      Reply
  14. Samantha @ Momma Wants Java says

    April 29, 2016 at 7:41 am

    Mmmm…. hummus! I recently got hooked on it, but it’s always been momma’s treat. I guess I could let the kids have some, too. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 29, 2016 at 7:51 am

      I mean, you can, but you certainly don’t *have* to share 🙂

      Reply
  15. Elna @ TwinsMommy says

    April 28, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    Julie,

    What great recipes to try. My son adores beans too, but I never even considered using Humus! I’ll have to buy that this weekend and give it a try.

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 28, 2016 at 9:47 pm

      Hope your son likes the hummus! Thanks Elna!

      Reply
  16. Lindsey says

    April 28, 2016 at 10:26 am

    So smart! My daughter would love this!!! Pinning, stumbling and tweeting. Happy Thursday!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 28, 2016 at 10:08 pm

      Thanks Lindsey!

      Reply
  17. Tori says

    April 28, 2016 at 6:20 am

    I have never tried giving my kids hummus before. Thanks so much for the great ideas on how to prepare it for young kids!!
    Tori
    http://www.TheMamaNurse.com

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 28, 2016 at 7:20 am

      Hope they like it Tori 🙂

      Reply
  18. Shannon says

    April 26, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    Feeding a toddler is NOT easy! Those tacos look really good. I love taco Tuesdays! I think the hummus would be great on a park picnic too 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 27, 2016 at 3:33 pm

      Great idea to pack this in a picnic lunch!

      Reply
  19. Kayleigh @ Sugar in My Texas Tea says

    April 26, 2016 at 7:49 am

    These look so yummy! I make hummus at home a lot. Everett loves it!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 27, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      Share what you add to your hummus 🙂

      Reply
  20. Diana says

    April 25, 2016 at 9:59 pm

    These look delicious! Great ideas for the little ones!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 1:07 pm

      Thanks Diana 🙂

      Reply
  21. Candace says

    April 25, 2016 at 9:04 pm

    I’m lucky – my daughter also loves hummus. I think I’m really digging option #3! Looks delicious. #MotivationalMondays

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 27, 2016 at 3:34 pm

      Thanks Candace 🙂 The basil flavor really bumps it up!

      Reply
  22. Jennifer Abel says

    April 25, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    So glad my kids are grown up so they now choose their own food LOL . Thanks for sharing on #overthemoon

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      LOL well anyway hummus is good for adults too 🙂

      Reply
  23. Jasmine Almeida says

    April 25, 2016 at 7:21 pm

    Sounds ready enough! My 2 year old is so picky lately!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      May 1, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      My tot is super picking too now. Even with foods he used to like. Hope yours like this 🙂

      Reply
  24. Julie says

    April 25, 2016 at 3:43 pm

    I’m obsessing over your Texas plate! I’m going to try these recipes with my picky 6 year old. Thanks for sharing them!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 25, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      Thanks 🙂 We bought it when we first move to Texas (um, 9+ years ago) and have used it less than a handful of times. It needs more love, being awesome as it is.

      Reply
  25. Kris says

    April 25, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    My kids love hummus! I had no idea there was a “hummus made easy” packet. Thanks for sharing. I’m your neighbor at Mommy Moments and always appreciate a kid-friendly, easy recipe.

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 25, 2016 at 4:00 pm

      I’m always searching for easy, kid-friendly recipes too. Because my son won’t eat hardly anything heh.

      Reply
  26. aimee fauci says

    April 25, 2016 at 10:05 am

    I have a home daycare and my little ones loved it!!!! I loved that they asked for seconds.

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 25, 2016 at 4:06 pm

      So awesome when a food is a hit among everyone 🙂

      Reply
  27. shelah says

    April 25, 2016 at 9:18 am

    My daughter loves hummus and we often have it as a snack. Thanks for the ideas!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 25, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thanks Shelah 🙂 If you come up with new fun ways to use hummus at home, do share 🙂

      Reply
  28. Elle Spann says

    April 25, 2016 at 8:54 am

    I love hummus! recently I ordered it at a restaurant and it came with several dipping options, one of them being bacon. I thought that was hilarious!
    elle
    Southern Elle Style

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 25, 2016 at 4:08 pm

      OMG bacon, that’s kind of amazingly yummy brilliant.

      Reply

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