Tasty Raw Food Snacks For After School

By Allan Hatchell


Every parent wants to give their kids the right nutrition. The best way to accomplish this is by providing them with delicious raw food snacks after school. There are many things to choose from and all of it is packed with plenty of vitamins.

When it comes to being picky about what they eat, children should win an award. Getting them to enjoy a healthy vegan snack seems nearly impossible. However, there is a wide array of appealing combinations that will make the kids quite happy.

All kids love smoothies. It's a great choice as they are not only tasty, but also nutritious. A fruit shake is easily made by blending a banana, orange and pineapple along with brewer's yeast.

The vegetarian version of sushi is another hit. Slice up a variety of vegetables such as carrots, bell peppers, avocados and cucumbers into small julienne strips. Wrap with sheets of seaweed. Let the kids help out for some fun.

Brownies are a treat that every child enjoys. The raw version is just as good. Mix together almond paste. Carob powder, date paste and honey. Spread the combination into a pan and set it in the refrigerator for a few hours. Kids will never miss the heavily processed version.

Lettuce wraps are a great alternative to sandwiches. Julienne a variety of vegetables such as onions, tomatoes, avocados and cilantro. Squeeze on some lime juice and wrap it all up in some romaine leaves.

No snack would be complete without some chips to go along with it. Finely chop some fresh corn in a food processor. Frozen may be used as well. Season the mixture with chili powder, cumin and garlic. Press onto a dehydration tray and score them into that classic triangle shape. Dry for several hours before serving. They are great when everyone is craving something crunchy.

Use a blend of lime juice, mangoes and coconut to make pudding. Use the blender to puree the mixture until it is thick. Add chopped nuts for even more flavor.

Make some mock fries by slicing some zucchini into thin strips. Make some ketchup by blending tomatoes, dates, lemon juice and a small amount of water. It's a healthy alternative to those deep fried treats that kids love so much.

Raw food snacks are great for after school or any time of the day. Choosing a healthy vegan snack for kids is a step in the right direction. The whole family will feel better and have much more energy.




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