Quick Recipes with Hidden Vegetables for Kids

Feeding picky eaters just got easier! These quick, 30-minute hidden-veggie recipes sneak veggies into soups, sandwiches, pastas, and more in the most clever ways— making weeknight dinners simpler for busy families and stress-free for you.

From pastas with blended vegetables to sandwiches loaded with hidden greens, these dishes are proof that dinnertime can be both veggie-packed and kid-approved. And if you’re looking for more picky-eater–friendly ideas, explore our collection of recipes with playful presentations, fun dipping sauces, and kid-sized portions—sure to bring smiles to the whole table!

🧐 Am I being too sneaky?

It’s natural to want to sneak vegetables into meals when you’re dealing with picky eaters—but a mix of honesty and creativity often works best. Try introducing a dish with a fun twist, like calling it a “superpower sauce” or pointing out the “secret ingredient” that makes it extra special. If you do blend or hide veggies, it’s fine to reveal the trick later and even let kids help prepare the dish—they may feel proud once they realize they’ve been enjoying vegetables all along. Involving them in cooking builds trust over time and also makes veggies feel less intimidating.

🍲 Soups

Soups are one of the easiest ways to pack extra veggies into family meals while keeping everyone cozy and full. When pureed until silky smooth, even the pickiest eaters will enjoy a warm, flavorful bowl—never guessing just how many healthy ingredients are inside. These picky eater solutions feature a variety of blended vegetables that kids will happily slurp up!

1. Vitamix Tomato Soup

2. Pumpkin Carrot Soup

3. Vitamix Potato Leek Soup

4. Vitamix Butternut Squash Soup

🥪 Sandwiches

Sandwiches are always a dinner win in our house—and the best part? They make it simple to slip in extra veggies that kids will actually eat. Blended into spreads or tucked into fillings, these hidden veggie sandwiches deliver extra nutrition in every bite—without picky eaters even realizing it.

5. Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes

6. The Best Chicken Lettuce Wraps

7. Hidden Veg Easy Ground Turkey Burger Sliders Recipe

8. Easy Vegetable Quesadilla Recipe

🍝 Pastas

Hiding veggies doesn’t get easier than in pasta sauces! Pureed or finely chopped vegetables blend seamlessly into sauces, adding nutrients without changing the familiar taste and texture kids love. Whether stirred into a creamy tomato sauce or tucked into a cheesy bake, these hidden veggie pasta recipes are simple, satisfying, and perfect for busy family dinners.

9. Ground Turkey Spaghetti with Hidden Veggies

10. Easy Boursin and Tomato Pasta

11. Hidden Veggie Pasta Sauce

12. Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Spinach and Walnut

13. Yaki Udon (Stir Fried Udon Noodles)

14. Hidden Veggie Kale Mac & Cheese: Healthy Dinner for Toddlers

🥕 Other Hidden Veggie Recipes

Check out a few more of our favorite recipes with sneaky vegetables! From rice bowls to frittatas, fritters, and more, these recipes make wholesome, kid-friendly dinners that are perfect for busy nights.

15. Beef Teriyaki Bowl

16. Coconut Curry Recipe for Kids

17. Easy Shrimp and Leek Frittata Recipe

18. Corn Fritters with Ham & Feta