Children's Outdoor Party

When it comes to make healthy food appeal to kids, many parents find that the trick is finding and exploiting the "fun factor". Take our Critterwiches: they’re nothing more than sandwiches brought to life with the help of animal-shaped cookie cutters. Or Wormy Bug Juice, a truly gross concoction that will have your little one squealing in delight.

Another theme in this selection of easy dishes is finger foods. No silverware whatsoever is needed. And the menu manages to hit on all the important food groups—grains, protein, dairy, fruits, and vegetables.

This menu would lend itself well to a children’s birthday party or school picnic. Let your kids help prepare the food (the can skewer the tomatoes and mozzarella balls on cocktail picks, for example), and get them involved in packing the picnic basket.