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.
How to serve hummus to toddler children especially if they are picky eaters?
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. You’re always on the look for meals for 1 year old they will actually eat. 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. So I’m loving trying out these hummus toddler lunch ideas.
Can babies eat hummus? Well, around 6-8 months we can start introducing solid foods, and plain hummus can be one of those foods. But these recipes here are a little more flavorful, not bland at all, so might want to wait until baby’s digestion is more developed.
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 for kids and adults:
- Drain & rinse a can of BUSH’S® beans.
- Pour into blender/food processor.
- Add a packet of BUSH’S® Hummus Made Easy to the beans.
- 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
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!
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.
- Make hummus (blend BUSH’S® Southwest Black Bean Hummus Made Easy packet with drained and rinsed BUSH’S® Black Beans).
- Layer your taco like so:
- Tortilla
- Spread the Hummus
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Corn
- 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
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. If you’re looking for healthy things to dip in hummus, this plate is perfection!
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:
- Make hummus (blend BUSH’S® Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Made Easy packet with drained and rinsed BUSH’S®Garbanzo Beans).
- Put in the middle of a serving dish, and drizzle some herbs on top.
- 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
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
Directions:
- Make hummus (blend BUSH’S® Classic Hummus Made Easy packet with drained and rinsed BUSH’S® Garbanzo Beans) and divide.
- 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.
- “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.
- 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!
Looks like he had a bit of fun with dinner, didn’t he?
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! I hope you enjoyed these hummus ideas for toddlers and will make some of your own!
Have you made your own hummus? Share some recipes with me!
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Silly Mummy says
Great suggestions! Must try them – I love hummus & the kids seem to have liked it when they’ve tried a bit. #KCACOLS
Melissa says
Hummus is such a great way to get kiddos to eat some veggies! It’s definitely one of my favorite go to snacks!
Jade Lloyd says
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
Julie says
Yea, getting kids to eat veggies, so hard!
Savannah says
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
Julie says
It is definitely worth a try 🙂 You might find a new favorite snack, or not.
mainy - myrealfairy says
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
Julie says
Haha I had to snack while writing this post, it made me hungry too!
Jess Powell (Babi a Fi) says
These look gorgeous – I love how colourful and enticing they are! x #KCACOLS
Julie says
Thanks Jess 🙂 The colorful and exciting is thanks to my Mom who is great at presentation of food! We had a blast making these.
Madeline says
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
Julie says
You bring up a good point, we don’t have hummus that often either, and should really add it into the rotation more 🙂
Morgan says
Hummus is a big favorite around here – I love this simple way of making it! So smart.
Julie says
I love the simplicity too! Why can’t all food be made so quickly?
Emma says
Big fans of hummus over here. We would eat it everyday if we could 🙂 #KCACOLS
Julie says
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.
Sara Skillington says
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 🙂
Julie says
I’m becoming a big fan of #KCACOLS 🙂
The Speed Bump says
I’m not a hummus fan but my daughter loves it! Great ideas here. #KCACOLS
Julie says
Well even if you’re not a huge fan, hope you make some hummus for your daughter 🙂
Emma says
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
Julie says
Ooh I love how you make animals out of food!!
Healing Mama says
My mouth is watering! My kids love hummus! I’m going to try these recipes!
Julie says
Yay glad your kids love hummus too 🙂 Let me know if you come up with another fun variation.
Samantha @ Momma Wants Java says
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. 🙂
Julie says
I mean, you can, but you certainly don’t *have* to share 🙂
Elna @ TwinsMommy says
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!
Julie says
Hope your son likes the hummus! Thanks Elna!
Lindsey says
So smart! My daughter would love this!!! Pinning, stumbling and tweeting. Happy Thursday!
Julie says
Thanks Lindsey!
Tori says
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
Julie says
Hope they like it Tori 🙂
Shannon says
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 🙂
Julie says
Great idea to pack this in a picnic lunch!
Kayleigh @ Sugar in My Texas Tea says
These look so yummy! I make hummus at home a lot. Everett loves it!
Julie says
Share what you add to your hummus 🙂
Diana says
These look delicious! Great ideas for the little ones!
Julie says
Thanks Diana 🙂
Candace says
I’m lucky – my daughter also loves hummus. I think I’m really digging option #3! Looks delicious. #MotivationalMondays
Julie says
Thanks Candace 🙂 The basil flavor really bumps it up!
Jennifer Abel says
So glad my kids are grown up so they now choose their own food LOL . Thanks for sharing on #overthemoon
Julie says
LOL well anyway hummus is good for adults too 🙂
Jasmine Almeida says
Sounds ready enough! My 2 year old is so picky lately!
Julie says
My tot is super picking too now. Even with foods he used to like. Hope yours like this 🙂
Julie says
I’m obsessing over your Texas plate! I’m going to try these recipes with my picky 6 year old. Thanks for sharing them!
Julie says
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.
Kris says
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.
Julie says
I’m always searching for easy, kid-friendly recipes too. Because my son won’t eat hardly anything heh.
aimee fauci says
I have a home daycare and my little ones loved it!!!! I loved that they asked for seconds.
Julie says
So awesome when a food is a hit among everyone 🙂
shelah says
My daughter loves hummus and we often have it as a snack. Thanks for the ideas!
Julie says
Thanks Shelah 🙂 If you come up with new fun ways to use hummus at home, do share 🙂
Elle Spann says
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
Julie says
OMG bacon, that’s kind of amazingly yummy brilliant.