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    Home » Round-ups

    44 Vegetarian Meals for Kids (also Gluten-Free!)

    Published: Mar 10, 2020 · Modified: Apr 4, 2022 by Kristen Wood - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A useful collection of 44 easy, healthy, vegan and vegetarian meals for kids that also happen to be gluten-free!

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    As a mom of 2 little boys, I'm always on the lookout for easy, healthy vegetarian meals my kids will actually eat. So, I compiled some kid-friendly gluten-free vegetarian meals from some of my favorite food bloggers out there. I hope you find something you and your family will enjoy for some time to come!

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    44 Vegetarian Meals for Kids

    1

    Quinoa Flatbread Pizza Crust (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    2

    Lazy Falafel (Vegan + GF)

    Photo Credit: www.rhiansrecipes.com
    3

    Paleo “Peanut” Noodles (Vegan, Grain-Free)

    Photo Credit: calmeats.com
    4

    Sweet Potato Gnocchi Vegan Gluten-free

    Photo Credit: mypureplants.com
    5

    Creamy Cauliflower & Sunflower Seed Blended Soup

    Photo Credit: mytinylagunakitchen.com
    6

    Cheesy Lentil Bake

    Photo Credit: loveinmyoven.com
    7

    Baked Broccoli Tots with Garlic and Parmesan (Gluten-Free)

    8

    Pasta with Carrot Sauce (Video Recipe)

    Photo Credit: www.flavourstreat.com
    9

    Vegan Zucchini Fritters (Gluten-Free)

    Photo Credit: moonandspoonandyum.com
    10

    Veggie Nuggets

    Photo Credit: freshaprilflours.com
    11

    Cheesy Vegan Broccoli Rice Casserole

    Photo Credit: thishealthykitchen.com
    12

    Baked Pesto Tofu

    Photo Credit: thiswifecooks.com
    13

    Pineapple Fried Rice Recipe

    Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com
    14

    South Indian Vegan Cabbage Fritters (Cabbage Pakoda)

    Photo Credit: urbanfarmie.com
    15

    Pesto Risotto (Instant Pot + Stovetop)

    Photo Credit: moonandspoonandyum.com
    16

    Red Lentil Flatbread Pizza Crust (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    17

    Homemade Spaghetti O's (Allergy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com
    18

    Easy Smoky Lentil Sloppy Joes

    Photo Credit: delightfuladventures.com
    19

    Vegan Shepherd's Pie

    Photo Credit: littlesunnykitchen.com
    20

    Mozzarella Sticks – Gluten Free and Vegan

    Photo Credit: pinkfortitude.com
    21

    Baked Zucchini Tater Tots [Vegan+GF]

    Photo Credit: thishealthykitchen.com
    22

    Instant Pot Sticky Maple Ginger Rice Noodles (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    23

    Creamy Vegan Mac & Cheese

    Photo Credit: thiswifecooks.com
    24

    Sweet Potato Frittata with Asparagus

    Photo Credit: veggiedesserts.com
    25

    Chickpea Carrot Salad Sandwich

    Photo Credit: cooktoria.com
    26

    Cheddar & Green Pea Fritters (Gluten-Free)

    27

    Sticky Sesame Chickpea Recipe (In 15 minutes!)

    Photo Credit: eatwithclarity.com
    28

    Green Quesadilla (with Creamy Green Sauce)

    Photo Credit: keytomylime.com
    29

    Crispy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe • Veggie Society

    Photo Credit: veggiesociety.com
    30

    Creamy pasta with spinach and chickpeas

    Photo Credit: www.gohealthyeverafter.com
    31

    Crispy Air Fryer Tater Tots

    Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com
    32

    Instant Pot Vegan Burrito Bowl

    Photo Credit: thebellyrulesthemind.net
    33

    Roasted red pepper and sweet potato soup

    Photo Credit: www.hintofhealthy.com
    34

    Vegan Cauliflower Bear Bites

    Photo Credit: vegandollhouse.com
    35

    Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese (Gluten Free)

    Photo Credit: stephaniesain.com
    36

    Italian Cabbage and Rice...Simple, Healthy and Delicious

    Photo Credit: www.christinascucina.com
    37

    Spinach and Feta Egg Cups

    Photo Credit: www.servedfromscratch.com
    38

    Mini Gluten-Free Peanut Butter & Jelly Waffle Sandwiches (Vegan)

    Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com
    39

    Vegan Red Panda Carrot Soup

    Photo Credit: vegandollhouse.com
    40

    Vegan Air Fryer Lentil Sliders Recipe

    Photo Credit: anyreasonvegans.com
    41

    Vegan Starfish Cakes

    Photo Credit: vegandollhouse.com
    42

    Broccoli and cheese balls

    Photo Credit: www.hintofhealthy.com
    43

    Homemade Gluten-Free Vegan Copycat Pizza Bagel Bites (Allergy-Free)

    Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com
    44

    The Best Vegan Meatloaf with Cashew Gravy (Gluten-Free)

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    1. Rochie says

      April 20, 2020 at 12:20 pm

      Wow! This collection is amazing. I love that they are easy to make. My kids will really enjoy trying these out. Thanks for making it easy for me.

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      • Kailyn says

        March 15, 2021 at 4:50 pm

        Yes! I agree, and the amount of allergy free meals is amazing! My friend is dairy free so when we get together I will finally have something to make for her!

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