The Whole30 Diet is a fantastic way to jumpstart your health and test for any food intolerances over the course of 30 days, but it involves cutting out several commonly-consumed food groups: grains, legumes, sugar, dairy, and processed foods.
It can be difficult to make Whole30 kid friendly, but it's worth finding some go-to recipes so you can avoid having to cook multiple meals for everyone. To save you the trouble of scouring the internet for those family-friendly gems, we've compiled the best kid friendly Whole 30 recipes into a list right here!
Almond Flour Banana Muffins
Hannah Scott: Muffins are a big staple in our home, so finding a muffin recipe with Whole 30-approved ingredients was like striking gold! Freeze leftovers to pull out and reheat for a quick breakfast on another day.
From Seeded at the Table
BBQ Meatloaf Muffins with Sweet Potato Topping
Vanessa M.: How cute are these little BBQ Meatloaf Muffins? Kids will be excited to eat "cupcakes" for dinner. Meatloaf is cooked in muffin tins and topped with pureed sweet potato "frosting" then drizzled with kid friendly Whole30 BBQ sauce. They are just the right size for school lunch, too!
From The Real Food Dietitians
Whole30 Chicken Tenders
Hannah Scott: Finding Whole 30-compliant ways to cook foods you’re used to eating can be the difference between success and failure. These chicken tenders will keep you on the straight and narrow and keep your kiddos smiling too. Try sending the leftovers for school lunch!
From Little Bits Of
Baked Sweet Potato Tots
Hannah Scott: Kids and tater tots are a pretty solid combination, am I right? These sweet potato zucchini tots are baked rather than fried, and provide the crunchy, dippable goodness everyone loves.
From The Big Man's World
Whole30 Sloppy Joe Bowls
Vanessa M.: No need to give up kid-friendly Sloppy Joes; this recipe for Whole30 Sloppy Joe Bowls swaps out carb-loaded buns for baked potatoes. While regular Sloppy Joe sauce is loaded with sugar, this healthier version is sweetened with dates!
From Physical Kitchness
Banana Pancakes
Hannah Scott: Flour-based pancakes and waffles are a staple of our weekends, and Whole30 should not get in the way of family traditions! These banana pancakes are super simple (kids can help!) and can be topped just like grain pancakes. Serve with lots of fresh fruit and an egg or two for a delicious weekend brunch!
From Lou Lou Girls
Whole30 Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
Hannah Scott: Whole30 has most people spending WAY more time in the kitchen than they’re used to, so it’s a good idea to have a few slow cooker recipes on hand to give you a break. These pork carnitas are packed with flavor and can be served up with all the fixings for a family-friendly Taco Tuesday.
From Physical Kitchness
Healthy Zuppa Toscana
Hannah Scott: This hearty Italian soup has a potato and sausage base, and a lot of kale thrown in for good measure. If you need something warm and satisfying, this is the perfect recipe! Serve with a crusty bread to appease the people around you who are not on board the Whole30 train.
From 40 Aprons
Baked Sweet Potato Chips
Hannah Scott: This recipe is so good you’ll want to keep making it even after your Whole 30 is complete! Traditional potato chips may be out, but these crunchy baked sweet potato chips are definitely in! Try them with some homemade guacamole — my personal fave.
From Gather For Bread
Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers
Hannah Scott: Do your kids love bite-sized food as much as mine? (Okay, I kind of love bite-sized food too….) Sweet potato chicken poppers are delicious as a kid friendly Whole30 dinner, a snack, or as a compliant appetizer if you plan to entertain during your Whole30.
From The Not So Creative Cook
Italian Meatballs with Zoodles
Hannah Scott: This is an example of a recipe that can easily accommodate those adhering to Whole30 and those who are not. Use these compliant meatballs, a jar of compliant marinara, and serve over zoodles (for Whole30) or pasta. Simple and delicious!
From The Real Food Dietitians
Bacon Burger & Fries Paleo Breakfast Bake
Hannah Scott: This breakfast bake is one of my favorite Whole30 kid friendly recipes! All the flavors of your favorite burger and fries are combined and baked, then over easy eggs are added to the top. Annnd now my mouth is watering. Make this one right away!
From Paleo Running Momma
Breakfast Sausage
Hannah Scott: Breakfast can be one of the hardest meals on Whole 30 if you’re used to eating sugary carbs. Whip up a big batch of this freezer friendly compliant breakfast sausage to pull out when you don’t feel like cooking — it’ll be your saving grace! This is also a keto compliant recipe.
From Cook Eat Well
Whole30 Fry Sauce
Hannah Scott: I’m a condiment girl, but most store-bought bottles contain added sugars and other unpronounceable ingredients that are a big Whole30 no-no. This fry sauce is a tasty homemade alternative to satisfy the need to dip! Try it with sweet potato fries, on a burger, or with some Whole30 chicken tenders.
From Real Food With Dana
Sheet Pan Chili Lime Shrimp Fajitas
Kelly R: Sheet pan meals make great quick and easy dinners on weeknights, and can be easily customized for your family's preferences. These shrimp fajitas come together fast and are equally delicious on a salad, in lettuce wraps, or in tortillas for the non-Whole30 members of the family.
From Laughing Spatula
Primary photo: Laura Johnston on Unsplash
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