Hello! I think it is great that you want to cook healthy. This can be a great way to teach your child the importances of eating healthy. I know of meatless substitutes that will be helpful. Plus, they will be very simple to incorporate in your diet, and your child's diet. Iron is an essential nutrient for the body since it keeps your blood cells healthy. Iron is found in red meat such as beef. Some iron-rich foods are spinach, peas, raisins, iron-fortified grain products like pasta, cereal, and bread, and beans. Kids love these kinds of foods, so it will be easy to whip up some good recipes. Some healthy protein-rich foods are nuts and peanut buter. Kids love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, especially for lunch. I am sure your child will love rice and beans, pasta, raisins, and more. Try to make black bean burgers instead of beef burgers. They are rich in iron, protein, and some fat. Make them small, though. This is because you do not want to have too much protein and iron all at once. Cut it into small pieces for your child as well. Cut up all foods you give to your child in small pieces. This way they will be able to chew and swallow their food properly. I hope these tips helped! Happy cooking!
