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Toddler-friendly picnic snacks
Summertime is picnic time! Pack a picnic mat, plenty of water and some sunscreen, fill your picnic basket with delicious treats, and enjoy special family time together in nature. These quick and easy toddler-friendly picnic snack recipes will keep everyone nourished and happy.
• BEANY DIP
Little ones enjoy dipping! Just slice a variety of fresh veggie sticks and pack some mini pitas for your toddler – and the rest of the family – to enjoy with this Beany Dip. This tasty dip combines Rhodes Quality Butter Beans and Squish 100% Pear + Sweet Potato Puree, which means it is not only delicious but also nutritious for your family. Remember, Squish 100% Fruit and Veg Purees contain no added nasties like flavourants, colourants and preservatives – and there is no added cane sugar or starch.
Ingredients
1 x 410g can of Rhodes Quality Butter Beans
½ clove of garlic (optional)
1 x 110ml Squish 100% Pear + Sweet Potato Puree
1 tbsp fresh herbs of your choice
Pinch of salt
Method
Drain butter beans and place into a food processor – or you can use a stick blender.
Add garlic and Squish 100% Pear + Sweet Potato Puree. Add fresh herbs and a little salt. Blend well.
TIP: This dip is great for lunchboxes too. Store any leftover dip in a well-sealed container in the fridge and use within 3-4 days.
• BERRY SMOOTHIE
Staying hydrated on hot summer days is essential. This smoothie is packed full of natural goodness – just blitz together all ingredients and place in an insulated tumbler or thermos to keep it cool. Switch up the flavour by using different Squish 100% Fruit Purees – try Fruit Salad or Pear.
Ingredients
1 x 110 ml Squish 100% Summer Berries Puree
1 cup plain yoghurt
½ teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
Method
Blend together well.
TIP: No time to make your own? The new Squish 100% Banana + Apple Fruity Smoothie in the supersized 200ml Junior pouch is the perfect thirst-quenching picnic or on-the-go snack.
Veggie Fritters
These healthy fritters are perfect for a picnic. Serve with Squish Yogi 100% Fruit Medley + Yoghurt on the side as a dipping sauce. Squish 100% Fruit and Veg Purees are a smart and convenient choice for busy parents – they’re available in a variety of flavours and come with a resealable lid.
Ingredients
1 x 110ml Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree
500g sweet potato, cooked and mashed
1/3 cup rice flour or corn flour
Vegetable oil for frying
Method
Mix mashed sweet potato and Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree, then add flour. Heat oil in a large frying pan. Drop mixture into hot oil and allow to cook for 3-5 minutes, turning once. Drain on a paper towel and allow to cool slightly.
TIP: These fritters can also be cooked in an air fryer.