Kid-Approved Green Vegetables

Updated May 11, 2010
Credit: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Kacy Carroll

Just when you thought nothing green could be a hit at your dinner table, our kid judges gave these vegetable recipes two thumbs up!

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Greens Kids Will Eat

Credit: Beau Gustafson

One trick to getting kids to eat their veggies is a smart serving strategy. Whether prepared in bite-size portions, packed in a casserole, or hidden in a dish, these green vegetable recipes passed the test.

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Zucchini Oven Chips

Credit: Randy Mayor

On a rating system of 1, 2, or 3 stars, these oven-baked veggie chips received scores of "9,000" and "infinity." "I would ask my mom to make it again!" said our pickiest panelist.

Recipe: Zucchini Oven Chips

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Grilled Asparagus Rafts

Credit: Photography: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lydia DeGaris-Pursell

Sometimes a familiar flavor makes all the difference. Give your little ones a bit of their favorite salad dressing to use as a dipping sauce.

Recipe: Grilled Asparagus Rafts

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Coleslaw Cups

Credit: Petrina Tinslay

Serving the coleslaw in lettuce cups allows kids to eat with their hands. When Woody, 6, rubbed his tummy after tasting this recipe, we know we had a winner!

Recipe: Coleslaw Cups

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Brussels Sprouts-and-Rice Casserole

Credit: BECKY LUIGART-STAYNER

A casserole can be Mom's best friend at dinnertime. This recipe uses a creamy ham and cheese mixture to disguise the sprouts, and still comes in at less than 140 calories per serving.

Recipe: Brussels Sprouts-and-Rice Casserole

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Light Pimiento-Cheese-Stuffed Celery

Adjust the heat of the pimiento cheese to suit your child's taste buds. Save any leftovers for a tasty sandwich the next day.

Recipe: Light Pimiento-Cheese-Stuffed Celery

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Zucchini Bread

Credit: Beau Gustafson

Quick breads love to hide vegetables in their mix. And this veggie-filled recipe is perfect toasted for breakfast, packed in a lunch, or eaten as an after-school snack.

Recipe: Zucchini Bread

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Grilled Rainbow Peppers

Credit: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Kacy Carroll

Next time you fire up the grill for a family cookout, throw on a few bright peppers. "I love the color. It rocks!" said Darby, 11.

Recipe: Grilled Rainbow Peppers

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