At 2 years old, children are naturally curious and full of energy — making proper nutrition even more essential to support their growth and development. At this age, they also start expressing food preferences and trying to eat on their own. As parents, we want to serve meals that are both tasty and nutritious, but sometimes, inspiration runs dry.
To help, Crystal of the Sea has prepared 7 easy and nutritious meal ideas for 2-year-olds. Let’s explore!
Contents
Essential Nutrients for 2-Year-Olds
A balanced diet for a 2-year-old should include:
- Carbohydrates: Key for energy and brain function (e.g. rice, bread, potatoes).
- Protein: Supports muscle, skin, and tissue development (e.g. chicken, fish, eggs).
- Healthy Fats: Critical for brain development and vitamin absorption (e.g. avocado, olive oil).
- Vitamins & Minerals: Essential for vision, bone health, immunity (e.g. vitamins A, C, D, calcium, iron).
- Fibre: Promotes digestion and prevents constipation (e.g. fruits, vegetables, whole grains).
7 Meal Ideas for 2-Year-Olds
1. Chicken Potato Skewers
Ingredients:
- 1 medium potato
- 60g minced chicken
- Grated carrot
- Rice flour, coconut milk powder, seasoning, spring onion, salt, pepper
- Ice cream sticks
Instructions:
- Boil and mash potatoes.
- Sauté minced chicken with grated carrot, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Mix potatoes with chicken, rice flour, coconut milk powder, and chopped spring onion.
- Mould around sticks and fry until golden.
2. Carrot and Egg Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1 carrot
- 25g macaroni
- Chicken meatballs, garlic, seasoning, water
Instructions:
- Boil water and add carrots, macaroni, and meatballs.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in beaten egg while stirring gently.
- Serve with rice.
3. Potato Cheese Balls
Ingredients:
- 2 potatoes
- Cheddar cheese
- Garlic, egg, plain flour, breadcrumbs, seasoning
Instructions:
- Boil and mash potatoes, mix with seasoning.
- Shape into balls, stuffing each with cheese.
- Coat with flour, dip in egg, roll in breadcrumbs.
- Fry until crispy.
Read More : 5 Delicious and Healthy Ways to Cook Carrot and Potato Dishes
4. Sweetcorn Vegetable Soup
Ingredients:
- Sweetcorn, carrot, green beans, quail eggs, sausage, garlic, seasoning
Instructions:
- Boil water with garlic and bay leaf.
- Add carrots and green beans.
- Stir in sausage, sweetcorn, and quail eggs.
- Cook until tender and serve warm.
5. Moringa Leaf Soup
Ingredients:
- Moringa leaves, carrot, long beans, shallot, garlic, bay leaf, seasoning
Instructions:
- Boil water, then add carrot and long beans.
- Add moringa leaves and seasonings.
- Simmer until vegetables are cooked.
6. Mustard Green Soup
Ingredients:
- Mustard greens, carrot, chicken meatballs, seasoning
Instructions:
- Boil water and cook carrot and meatballs.
- Add mustard greens and cook briefly.
- Serve with rice.
7. Sautéed Spinach with Shredded Chicken
Ingredients:
- Spinach, shredded chicken, garlic, onion, oyster sauce, soy sauce, seasoning
Instructions:
- Sauté onion and garlic.
- Add chicken, oyster sauce, and soy sauce.
- Stir in spinach with a splash of broth.
- Cook until just wilted.
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References:
- https://wyethnutrition.co.id/sphingomyelin-dalam-perkembangan-otak-si-kecil
- https://cookpad.com/id/cari/masakan%20anak%202%20tahun
