Vegetarian recipes for kids - family vegetarian recipes

We've put together a selection of vegetarian recipes that pack a punch on taste without compromising on all those body/brain-boosting nutrients you and your child needs.

Cheese and potato whirls

★★★★★ Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars. 2 Ratings

Easy to make, great party food and the kids love them!

  • 50 Mins
  • Medium
  • Vegetarian

Easy pancake recipe for kids

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 15 Ratings

This classic and easy pancake recipe for kids is perfect for Pancake Day, or whenever you fancy a tasty treat! Makes approximately 12 crêpe pancakes.

Crêpes on a plate with lemon slices and honey
  • 7 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Macaroni cheese for kids

★★★★★ Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars. 20 Ratings

A super easy, budget-friendly meal, ideal for toddlers and big kids alike...

  • 40 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

No-bake Cadbury Creme Egg cheesecake

★★★★★ Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars. 37 Ratings

A show-stopping Cadbury Creme Egg cheesecake to make for a delicious Easter dessert

No-bake Cadbury's Creme Egg cheesecake
  • 3 Hrs 30 Mins
  • Medium
  • Vegetarian

No-egg vegan banana pancakes

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 3 Ratings

Easy no-egg and dairy-free banana pancakes that kids and grown-ups will love, perfect for Pancake Day, or whenever you fancy a tasty (and ethical!) treat.

Pancakes on a pink tray with fruit and yoghurt
  • 15 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Dairy Free

Potato gratin (no cream)

★★★★☆ Rated 4 out of 5 stars. 3 Ratings

This is a nice easy dish that you can bung in the oven and forget about, while you cook something to go with it!

  • 1 Hr 25 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free

Almond cake

A sweet and satisfying almond-flavoured cake

  • 1 Hr
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Almond milk and berry porridge

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 2 Ratings

Nutritious porridge that's ideal for baby-led weaning

  • 20 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Dairy Free

Alpine eggs

★★★★★ Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars. 14 Ratings

An easy egg dish with spinach...

  • 15 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Amaretti biscuits

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Sweet and delicious almond-flavoured biscuits

  • 30 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free

American pancakes (made with self-raising flour)

★★★★★ Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars. 33 Ratings

Fancy a big stack of thick and fluffy American pancakes? This is how to make US-style pancakes with self-raising flour

Stack of American pancakes with berries and syrup
  • 30 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Apple and mincemeat strudel

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Delicious Christmas dessert to serve with ice cream or custard

  • 50 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Apple crisps

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Make your own delicious and healthy apple crisps

  • 35 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten Free

Apple puree for babies

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 2 Ratings

Simple one-ingredient weaning puree

  • 15 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free

Apple turnover

A delicious fruity homemade dessert

  • 50 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian

Applesauce muffins

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Subtly sweet apple muffins the whole family will love

  • 25 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian

Applewiches

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Apple slices filled with peanut butter and granola

  • 5 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free

Apricot and pecan stuffing

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Meat-free stuffing for Christmas dinner or Sunday lunch

  • 35 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Asparagus soup

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Simple soup recipe made with tender asaparagus and fresh cream

  • 45 Mins
  • Easy
  • Vegetarian

Aubergine bake

★★★★★ Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars. 5 Ratings

A great recipe that both vegetarians and meat-eaters can enjoy!

  • 1 Hr 45 Mins
  • Medium
  • Vegetarian

Avocado mash

★★★★★ Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars. 20 Ratings

A recipe for small newly-weaned babies (the leftovers are tasty too!)

  • 2 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free

Avocado puree for babies

★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 Rating

Easy no-cook puree for weaning babies

  • 5 Mins
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free

Baba ghanoush

Baba ghanoush is a Lebanese dish which comprises of soft aubergine and spices – it’s a delicious alternative to hummus and works brilliantly with fresh crispy veggies. Serve as a healthy after school snack or pair with cocktails at a dinner party

  • 1 Hr
  • Easy
  • Healthy
  • Vegan
  • Dairy Free

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