Toddlers often are fussy eaters, making it a task for parents to feed them with nutritious food. However, try to understand that this is a perfectly normal phase and that they will eat enough to keep them going, so try not to worry unless your child is not gaining weight or is obviously unwell. Children need a healthy balanced diet containing foods from each food group so they get a wide range of nutrients to help them stay healthy.
What better time than this festive season to feed your toddlers with creative and healthy recipes that not only please their eyes and tastebuds but also satiate their nutritional needs. Check out this healthy Diwali recipe to make the festival of lights truly delightful for your toddlers the lip-smacking way!
Ingredients and method
*Soak 1 cup of dates in lukewarm water for a few minutes.
*Drain and grind the dates in a blender.
*In a pan, dry roast 1 tbsp each of chopped almonds, pistachios and sesame seeds. Keep aside.
*Then heat one tbsp ghee and roast ½ cup ragi flour on a low flame.
*Add the dates, sesame seeds and cook for two minutes.
*Add roasted almonds and pistachios and mix well. Turn off the flame.
*Grease your palms, take small portions of the mixture and roll into balls.