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A toddler's typical diet should include:

Whole grains

Energy and fiber

Fruits

Potassium and Vitamins A & C

Vegetables

Vitamins, folate, minerals, & fiber

Dairy

Bone growth and Vitamin D

Lean meats

Protein, B vitamins, minerals, iron, and zinc

{Note: Feed children smaller amounts of meals as to not  intimidate them with the amount of food on their plate}

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Whole Grains

Bread, cereal, pasta, rice, etc.

Fruits

Apples, pears, bananas, strawberries, peaches, oranges, etc.

Vegetables

Lettuce, tomatoes, corn, potatoes, carrots, squash, etc.

Dairy

Whole cow's milk

Lean Meats

Meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, etc

Variety of seafood twice a week

Shrimp, tilapia, cod (low in mercury)

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The foods I have chosen meet the nutritional needs of a toddler by meeting the five essential food groups in a day. For breakfast I tried to include foods that provide grains, protein and fruit. I added foods like eggs, toast, and different types of fruit. For the mid-day snack, I tried to incorporate different fruits like strawberries, bananas, and etc. For lunch, I tried to provide whole grains by giving different types of sandwiches paired with vegetables or proteins like eggs. For the snack-time before dinner, I wanted to provide vegetables and different types of healthier dip options so a toddler will enjoy eating their vegetables. For dinner, I tried to incorporate foods that provided whole grains like pasta, protein such as chicken and vegetables. I made sure to add in two cups of whole fat milk since toddlers need at least two cups of milk a day and cups of water because an active toddler needs to stay hydrated.

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Fruit Roll-ups

Spread a thin layer of plain yogurt on a whole grain tortilla

Place fruit that your child enjoys into the roll (like strawberry, blueberry or banana slices)

Roll it up or allow your child to roll it up themselves

You can also slice up the roll if it makes it easier for your child to feed themselves

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Chicken Meatballs

Put minced chicken, breadcrumbs, eggs, cumin, chicken stock and garlic in a large bowl

Mix and combine well with a metal spoon

Roll tablespoons of the meat into balls

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the meatballs over a medium heat, turning them over constantly

Cook them for 3-5 minutes

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Breakfast

Scrambled eggs

Toast (in small pieces)

Tangerine slices

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Apple slices with peanut butter

Cup of water

Lunch

Cheese quesadillas

Baby carrots

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Raw vegetables with Greek yogurt ranch dip

Cup of water

Dinner

Chicken meatballs with brown rice

Steamed vegetables

Cup of water

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Breakfast

Breakfast fruit roll-ups

Hard boiled egg slices

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Strawberries and banana slices

Cup of water

Lunch

PB&J on whole wheat bread

Baby carrots

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Cucumber and whole-wheat crackers with hummus

Cup of water

Dinner

Dinosaur chicken nuggets

Steamed vegetables

Cup of water

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Breakfast

Scrambled egg burrito

Peaches

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Pear and mango slices

Cup of water

Lunch

Grilled cheese on whole wheat bread

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Celery and broccoli with Greek yogurt ranch dip

Cup of water

Dinner

Mini sliders with lettuce and tomatoes

Cup of water

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Breakfast

Mini blueberry pancakes

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Kiwi and orange slices

Cup of water

Lunch

Avocado toast with their choice of meat

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Celery with peanut butter and raisins (Ants on a log)

Cup of water

Dinner

Brown fried rice with slices of ham and diced carrots

Cup of water

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Breakfast

Whole wheat banana walnut muffins

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Sliced grapes and pineapple slices

Cup of water

Lunch

Tuna sandwich on whole wheat bread

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Bell peppers and cucumbers with hummus

Cup of water

Dinner

Mini grilled chicken soft tacos

Steamed vegetables

Cup of water

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Breakfast

Plain yogurt with granola and berries

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Cantaloupe and honeydew cubes

Cup of water

Lunch

Ham and cheese sandwich cut into shapes

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Baked sweet potato fries

Cup of water

Dinner

Mini flatbread pizza with ham and olive slices

Cup of water

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Breakfast

French toast stars

Strawberries

Cup of whole fat milk

Mid-day snack

Apple and banana slices

Cup of water

Lunch

Egg and avocado toast on whole wheat bread

Cup of whole fat milk

Snack

Baby carrots and celery with hummus

Cup of water

Dinner

Butter and cheese pasta with chicken slices

Steamed vegetables

Cup of water