Toddler Veggie Pods
Introduce your little ones to the world of wholesome snacking with these delightful Toddler Veggie Pods! Packed with hidden veggies like carrots, zucchini, and peas, these bite-sized, golden-baked goodies are a nutritious way to encourage healthy eating habits in picky eaters. Combining melted cheddar cheese, a hint of garlic and onion powder, and a satisfying crumbly texture from breadcrumbs, these veggie-packed snacks are irresistibly flavorful. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, they’re perfect for meal prepping or on-the-go snacks. Serve them warm as a finger food, pair with your toddler’s favorite dipping sauce, or store them for later—they’ll stay fresh in the fridge or freezer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium, peeled and chopped carrot
- 1 small, grated and drained zucchini
- 0.5 cup, thawed frozen peas
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon (for greasing the pan) olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
Steam the chopped carrot for 5-7 minutes until tender, then mash it into a coarse texture using a fork or potato masher.
In a medium bowl, combine the mashed carrot, drained grated zucchini, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, flour, and egg.
Add the garlic powder and onion powder to the mix, and stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a dough-like consistency.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture, forming about 16 veggie pods.
Place the veggie pods on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking, until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Let the veggie pods cool slightly before serving. They can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.8 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2786 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 763 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
