Dinosaur Pasta For Kids
A healthy summer snack for children. Enjoy for a dinosaur themed birthday party, or summer camp activity
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 pkg Dinosaur pasta prepared
- 2 Tb Butter
- 1/2 cup Broccoli florets steamed
- 10 each Cherry tomatoes
- 1/3 cup Cheese of choice cubed
- 1/3 cup Turkey bacon crumbles
- Additional vegetables optional: peas, corn, red peppers, green beans, asparagus, mushrooms, etc.
Instructions
- Wash produce and cut broccoli
- Steam broccoli until tender but not soft {optional if you prefer it raw}
- Cut cheese into cubes, or use shreds if desired
- Boil pasta until al dente, approximately 7 minutes. Over cooking will cause pasta to lose it's shape.
- Drain noodles and toss with butter
- Add veggies of choice, cheese, and bacon to pasta and mix lightly
- Serve warm or cold, with a side of ranch dressing if desired
Notes
Kids are more likely to explore new vegetables when served in a fun way. This Dinosaur pasta salad is a great way to introduce a new flavor while serving a few favorites. Leave raw or steam depending on your children's preferences. I found serving the pasta WARM is much better received.