The natural sweetness of bell peppers makes them an obvious choice for introducing healthy veggies into kids’ diets. They’re also versatile. Raw bell peppers taste great dipped in hummus, while cooked ones will liven up a stir fry.

There’s a good chance carrots are one of the few vegetables you don’t have trouble getting your kids to eat. Paired with hummus or a yogurt dip, they make for a delicious and agreeable snack. They also go nicely cooked into a hearty stew. These tasty veggies contain beta-carotene, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.

Despite being somewhat unsightly green balls, lots of kids love peas. The sweet flavor and soft texture make them easy to stomach. If your kid prefers a crunch, you can leave them in the pods. Peas are great for growing minds, aiding in the development of brain cells, and improving memory.

Broccoli is one of the best sources of fiber around. Many kids like steamed broccoli, but you can incorporate it into salads or sauces if it is finely chopped. Raw broccoli also tastes good with a dip. This excellent veggie strengthens immune systems, improves eyesight, and helps regulate bowel movements.

This white vegetable may look a little off-putting to some kids, but if you can get them to try it, you can make it taste however they’d like. Versatility is cauliflower’s greatest asset. Grill it or fry it with spices. Puree some and add to sauces or your favorite Else nutrition smoothie. Any way you serve it, cauliflower is an excellent source of fiber and vitamin C.

Spinach is probably the easiest vegetable to hide in food for the pickiest of eaters. It is mainly one of the best greens for kids. Add it to any smoothie, like our favorite Else Green Monster smoothie, for a healthy, undetectable boost.

If your kids are a little more adventurous, it makes an excellent base for salads and adds a nice texture to stir-fried vegetables. It’s an excellent source of antioxidants, Vitamin K, and essential nutrients for heart health.

Cucumber’s fresh taste and high water content make them both palatable and refreshing. They are a salad staple, but pickier kids often enjoy dipping them into yogurt sauces or hummus. Either way, they are one of the most vitamin-rich vegetables around.

Vitamins A, B, and C are all present, but cucumbers provide more vitamin E than any other vegetable. This nutrient improves the health of kids’ brains, skin, and blood.

Nearly every kid loves the classic ants-on-a-log treat with peanut butter, celery, and raisins. This crunchy vegetable is also great for satiating hunger without consuming too many calories. High water content will help keep kids hydrated and provide anti-oxidants, beta carotene, and vitamin C.

Not only does a sweet potato have a palatable, sweet taste that kids will enjoy, but it’s also extremely healthy, too. This superfood is low in cholesterol and saturated fat and high in healthy vitamins and minerals like fiber, B6, manganese, and potassium.

While some like to sweeten them further, they are delicious when pan-fried, made into a pancake like this one made with our Else formula, or baked with a little butter. They are truly one of the best veggies for kids.

Cherry tomatoes are an easy, flavorful snack cut in half or eaten whole. Many kids love to eat them whole but cutting them in half makes the initial bite a little less abrasive. Once your kid learns to enjoy these, upgrade to regular tomato slices and slip them into sandwiches and burgers for a veggie boost to staple meals.

Sweet corn is one of the easier treats to get kids to eat due to its pleasant flavor. Grilling corn on the cob is a fun snack, but it’s also easy to incorporate loose kernels into a salad or grilled veggie mixture. High fiber content aids with digestion, and B vitamins contribute to overall developmental health.

19. Potatoes

Every kid loves French fries, but feed them healthier versions of potatoes, too. Leave the skin on for extra nutrients. Eaten whole, these tasty favorites provide essential iron, protein, carbohydrates, and Vitamin C. Studies have shown they also help kids with sleeping disorders.

Roasted butternut squash is hearty and palatable for kids, but making it into soup for dinner or even a sweet pie is great for even the pickiest kids. This flavorful, filling vegetable is high in alpha and beta carotenes, enriching your baby or child’s diet with lots of vitamin A.

Let’s face it, getting kids to eat salad can be tough. If you can figure it out, it’s one of the best ways to feed kids various veggies. We recommend using romaine lettuce as a base and chopping it up finely. Slowly incorporate other vegetables they know they like. If you play your cards right, your kid will end up with an entire meal’s worth of vegetables in one bowl.

If your kid is really reluctant when it comes to their greens, try adding them to smoothies or shakes.

Lots of kids dislike the look of mushrooms, but their tender texture and mild, earthy flavor make them easy to incorporate into lots of foods. Try starting with mushrooms on pizza to introduce them, then move along to healthier methods. Mushrooms are nutritional powerhouses, providing potassium along with less common nutrients like tryptophan, copper, and selenium.

Asparagus grilled in butter or olive oil is delicious, making it an easy but healthy snack. It also goes well in salads. Once they’ve warmed up to it, the crunchy texture makes it a kid's favorite. Just be sure not to overcook it!

Soft, creamy, and full of essential fatty acids that aid brain function, avocadoes are a worthy staple of any kid’s diet. They also have more potassium than bananas. Many kids may like slices by themselves or with a little salt, but if you make avocadoes into guacamole, they make for a tasty dip you can eat with other vegetables. Avocados can also be easily added to desserts or smoothies.

Green beans are high in Vitamin K and calcium, benefiting bone growth and blood health. This makes green beans one of the best vegetables for toddlers, whose bones grow incredibly fast. Kids who prefer crunchier textures can eat them raw, and those who like soft veggies can eat the canned variety.

Every kid loves French fries, but feed them healthier versions of potatoes, too. Leave the skin on for extra nutrients. Eaten whole, these tasty favorites provide essential iron, protein, carbohydrates, and Vitamin C. Studies have shown they also help kids with sleeping disorders.