Tiny Gourmets~ Broccoli Fritters, Turkey Zucchini Patties, Chia Seed Pudding

The hardest thing about feeding my baby is figuring out my time management. I want to give her heathy and interesting food but sometimes I simply don’t have the time. That’s when meal prepping for moments when I’m in a hurry are a game changer. These 3 recipe are packed with protein, calories, fat, veggies and you can snack on them, too! Here they are:

Broccoli Cheddar Fritters:

1 1/2 cups-2 cups finely diced broccoli florets

3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs

2 eggs

1/2 cup of ricotta cheese

1/4 tsp salt

tiny bit of pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

First, steam the broccoli florets for about 5 minutes until soft. Allow to cool and then add to a medium sized bowl. Add in the cheese, panko, ricotta cheese, eggs, olive oil and salt and pepper. Mix together well and then spoon into an oiled muffin tin. Should make about 18 little broccoli cheese fritters. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes.

I stored 9 in a container for the refrigerator and the rest in another container in the freezer. The fritters will be good for up to 3 days in the refrigerator and about 3 weeks in the freezer. Great to reheat for breakfast, snacks, lunch, for yourself. Really anytime

Turkey and Zucchini Patties:

1 pound ground turkey

1 medium zucchini grated

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

1 egg

1 small clove of garlic grated

1/4 tsp salt

tiny bit of pepper

2 teaspoons olive oil

Mix all items together in a bowl with your hands and shape into little patties and place onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper- should make about 18. Bake at 350 degrees for 22 minutes. Cut into bit sized pieces for baby! Stores great in the freezer as well.

Chia Seed Pudding

1/3 cup chia seeds

1 1/2 cups milk

1 tablespoon maple syrup

Whisk ingredients together and then pour into 4 separate little containers with an airtight lid. Pop in the fridge over night and top with their favorite fruit for a quick breakfast or snack thats packed with protein and lots of fiber if your little one is a little backed up.

with love & salt,