Getting your kids to eat their veggies can challenging. Even us adults may have a hard time eating the veggies we need. Having dishes that include the vegetables inside the recipe can be an easier way to get everyone involved in enjoying the colorful outcome without the fight at the table or the extra item to cook. Here are 21 Recipes with Hidden Vegetables that are dietitian-approved and full of flavor & taste.

Carrot & Kale Power Smoothie our own recipe

Vegan Wild Blueberry Cauliflower Smoothie by Amy Gorin Nutrition (photo by her, too)

Sun-Kissed Strawberry Beet Smoothie by Liz’s Healthy Table (photo by her, too)

Gyros Breakfast Burritos by Live Best (photo by her, too)

Zucchini Parmesan Waffles by Kroll’s Korner (photo by her, too)

Zucchini Carrot Muffins our own recipe

Green Monster Blender Muffins by Sarah Remmer, RD (photo by her, too)

Spiced Carrot Hummus our own recipe

Beet White Bean Hummus by The Plant-Powered Dietitian (photo by her, too)

Cheesy Loaded Mashed Cauliflower by Jennifer Hunt, RDN (photo by her, too)

Zucchini and Avocado Mac & Cheese by Kroll’s Korner (photo by her, too)

5 Ingredient Turkey and Spinach Burgers by Nutritionally (photo by her, too)

Chicken Zucchini Meatballs by Dishing Out Health (photo by her, too)

Vegetarian Eggplant Meatballs by Byte Sized Nutrition (photo by her, too)

Dad’s Delicious & Easy Meatloaf Recipe our own recipe

Skinny Mini Meatloaves with Zucchini and Carrots by Stephanie Lee Nutrition (photo by her, too)

Beef and Veggie Taco Pie by Fearless Flying Kitchen (photo by her, too)

Mushroom Black Bean Veggie Burger by The Foodie Dietitian (photo by her, too)

Instant Pot Cilantro Chicken and Rice by Jenna Braddock, RDN: Make Healthy Easy (photo by her, too)

Kid Friendly Crunchy Veggie Bites by Jenna Braddock, RDN: Make Healthy Easy (photo by her, too)

Healthier Chicken Nuggets by The Domestic Dietitian (photo by her, too)

For more tips on how to increase your veggie intake, check out these past posts:

7 simple ways to eat fruits and vegetables while traveling

5 ways to get your kids hooked on more fruits & veggies

Enjoy the colors of the rainbow with your fruits & veggies.

Sarah Koszyk, MA, RDN