10 vegetarian recipes for kids

Quick orzo minestrone

Pack lots of vegetables into your child's lunch with this easy minestrone soup recipe. We've used orzo pasta but you can use any shape.

1. Preheat the oven to gas 4, 200°C, fan 180°C. Toss the rolls in ½ tbsp vegetable oil and bake for 10 mins until golden and crisp. 
2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat and fry the carrots, celery, red onion and garlic for 5 mins until the veg is beginning to soften. Add the tomato purée, chopped tomatoes, stock and orzo. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 12-15 mins until the orzo is al dente. Stir through the parsley. 
3. Divide the minestrone between 2 bowls and top with the croutons.

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Cooking for children: There are no reference intakes for children and all of these recipes are based on recommendations for an adult woman's portion size. In children of different ages, there is variation in their energy (calorie) requirements and nutrient recommendations. If you are interested in which portion size is best for your child, you can visit the School Food Standards.