Incorporating Soy Into Your Child's Diet
MISSION, KS--(Marketwired - Aug 4, 2014) - (Family Features) When the kids head back to school, it's a hectic time for the entire family. Carpools, afterschool activities and homework can make it difficult to incorporate wholesome meals into the day. However, it's important to make sure your child is eating a nutritious diet to keep energy levels high and concentration focused in school.
Soy is packed with essential nutrients important for a child's growth and development. The vitamins and minerals in soyfoods, such as iron, calcium, potassium and complete protein, will help kids grow strong bones and lean muscles, setting them up for a healthy future.
Introducing kids to soy:
While some kids are picky eaters, others are just reluctant to try new things. Here are some simple ideas for introducing soyfoods into your child's diet.
Pack a Healthy Lunchbox
One way to make sure your child is eating well throughout the day is to send a healthy lunchbox to school. Here are some items to pack in your child's lunch to boost the nutritional value.
For an easy weeknight meal, try this recipe for Asian Chicken Edamame Pizza. Not only will your kids love it for dinner, but the leftovers will make a perfect lunchbox addition the next day. For more ideas and recipes, visit www.soyfoods.org.
Asian Chicken Edamame Pizza | ||
Prep time: 10 minutes | ||
Cook time: 8-10 minutes | ||
Servings: 8 | ||
3 | tablespoons peanut butter | |
2 | tablespoons water | |
1 1/2 | teaspoons soy sauce | |
1 1/2 | teaspoons white rice vinegar | |
1 1/2 | teaspoons fresh ginger, minced | |
1 | pre-baked pizza crust, 12-inch | |
1/2 | cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded | |
1 | cup cooked chicken breast, diced | |
1/2 | cup edamame, shelled, cooked according to package directions | |
1/2 | cup red bell pepper, sliced | |
1/4 | cup chow mein noodles | |
Preheat oven to 450°F. Combine peanut butter, water, soy sauce, vinegar and ginger in small bowl; stir until smooth.
Place pizza crust on foil-lined baking sheet. Spread peanut butter mixture evenly over pizza crust. Sprinkle cheese, chicken, edamame, bell peppers and chow men noodles evenly over crust.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted. Cut into eight slices and serve.
Nutrition Information Per Serving (1 slice): 160 calories; 10 g protein; 19 g carbohydrate; 2 g fiber; 6 g fat; 1 g saturated fat; 10 mg cholesterol; 400 mg sodium.
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