Plant-Based Juniors

Plant-Based Juniors Evidence-Based Guidance for raising healthy, conscious babes. By Whitney English, RDN and Alex Caspe
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04/27/2026

Cutest little snack cups 🍓 5 g of protein and 3 g of fiber per serving and perfect for lunchboxes.

Recipe on plantbasedjuniors.com 🖥️ or comment SAVE RECIPE and we’ll DM it to you.

04/23/2026

It’s everything I’ve ever prayed for… 🙏

Not here to shame or judge— but on Earth Day 🌎 (and every day) the reminder that eating more plants is one of the easies...
04/22/2026

Not here to shame or judge— but on Earth Day 🌎 (and every day) the reminder that eating more plants is one of the easiest (and impactful) ways to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions is by eating more plants, more often. Beef, lamb, dairy are three of the biggest offenders. 🥩 🥛

Every bit makes a difference— and we’ve got plenty of recipes, ideas & nutrition guidance to help.

I think the easiest swap to make is choosing fortified non-dairy milks. And, plant-based meat alternatives are pretty impressive in their taste, nutrition and reduced water and land needs— they use 72-99% less water than conventional meat. We’re not choosy and use all of them in our house— , are all great. (And if you want to learn more about their nutrition, especially when replacing meat, check out the SWAP MEAT trial and the literature review done by .matthewnagra

All facts from , UN FAO, &

A (school) week’s worth of kid-friendly, protein and fiber packed, plant-based lunches 🌱 Comment “LUNCHES” and we’ll sen...
04/21/2026

A (school) week’s worth of kid-friendly, protein and fiber packed, plant-based lunches 🌱

Comment “LUNCHES” and we’ll send you a link to the recipes! 🎒

Download our PB3 Plate for free at the link in our bio and hang it on your fridge for a helpful reminder on planning balanced meals and snacks. 🍽️

And if you want more ideas, check out our Nut-Free Lunch Box - 30 scrumptious, plant-based lunches and snacks that are allergy-friendly for our nut free schools 🙌

04/15/2026

Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups! 🍫 Grab a bag of SIMPLi - Pantry Staples amaranth and make these— the perfect combo of a crunch bar meets peanut butter cup. 🥜 Comment SAVE RECIPE and we’ll DM you the link! (also on plantbasedjuniors.com xo)

And, made better using SIMPLi amaranth, an ancient grain grown in regeneratively farmed soil. We love that for what it means in supporting farmers and sustainability, but also for what it does to the amaranth itself. Healthy soil holds more minerals and plants that are grown in better soil absorb more. Third-party testing confirms that SIMPLi grains, like their amaranth, contain higher amounts of key nutrients, like iron. 🙌

We talk so much about the importance of iron, but it IS one of the most important minerals for growing kids (and pregnancy!) And, because of the way iron is absorbed, plant-based eaters need more to help meet needs.

Not hard with these cups! 😏🍫

You are going to love these— use whatever chocolate you want (I like a mix, my kids aren’t fans of all dark) and nut butter of choice too. Peanut butter is classic, but almond and even tahini work!

I like using a mini muffin tin for a manageable bite, but ice cube trays also work (choose silicone to easily pop out.) You can also skip the nut butter altogether and go classic crunch bar.

Comment SAVE RECIPE and we’ll send it to your inbox!

Your kids don’t need meat to get enough protein. Really. Plant foods contain plenty of protein— and this is just a sampl...
04/13/2026

Your kids don’t need meat to get enough protein. Really. Plant foods contain plenty of protein— and this is just a sampling of higher-protein items. Don’t forget whole grains, tempeh, other beans and meat alternatives!

Here are some of our favorite protein-rich plants and kid-friendly ways to serve.

04/11/2026

A little crunchy, a lot sciencey 🤓🥕 We’re “scrunchy moms” - are you? 🙋‍♀️

Send to a fellow evidence-based, scrunchy mom friend 😉

And follow us Plant-Based Juniors for nutritious recipes and science-backed advice for feeding kiddos from two dietitians and moms 👩‍⚕️

Our PB3 plate isn’t just for toddlers! It works at every age, though there are certain nutritions that are of different ...
04/06/2026

Our PB3 plate isn’t just for toddlers! It works at every age, though there are certain nutritions that are of different focus at different stages.

We LOVE our PB3 plate and think it’s a great tool to help meal plan, especially for plant-based families. Comment PB3 and we’ll send you our FREE 5-Day Mini Course, including our plate printable!

04/01/2026

A little twist on our popular PBJ chickpea balls… 🍋

These lemon chia chickpea balls are bright, lemony, naturally sweet, and made with simple ingredients.

Plus, they’re packed with protein + fiber to actually keep kids (and you) full. Yes, we love these just as much as our kiddos do ❤️

Perfect for snack prep, lunchboxes, or a quick after-school option.

Comment “LEMON CHIA” for the recipe and follow us for more easy, healthy, kid-friendly, plant-based recipes 🌱🙌

One dinner got a 10/10 and one got a 2. Guess which took longer to make 😜I may cook for a living, but my kids keep me hu...
03/30/2026

One dinner got a 10/10 and one got a 2. Guess which took longer to make 😜

I may cook for a living, but my kids keep me humble 🙏

You win some, you lose some. I could make their favorites over and over again for 10/10 meals all week long, but I prefer to switch up the rotation for exposure and nutrient variety.

03/26/2026

We LOVE beans 🫘 It’s one of those foods we try to offer daily because they’re packed with so much of the good stuff: protein, iron, zinc, fiber.
But we also know that cooking dried beans can feel intimidating… so here’s how it often looks in my house.

I like to cook a pot of beans on the weekend, then divvy those up into 2–3 meals to enjoy now or later. Cooked beans freeze well, so don’t be afraid of extra portions! 🧊
We’re big fans of the brand for what they offer and what they stand for: SIMPLi’s Regenerative Organic Certified™ heirloom beans, ancient grains, and single origin oils are sourced directly from small farms using regenerative organic practices that support soil health and biodiversity. 💜

Good for the earth, and also good for you and your family because quality starts in the soil, which is why SIMPLi’s staples are naturally more nutrient dense.

1️⃣ Yes, those ice cubes mean a lighter, creamier hummus spread. I know it sounds odd, but it makes such a difference. (PS — comment HUMMUS and we’ll DM you the recipe!)

2️⃣ Yes, you can make falafel using cooked chickpeas! This one is so easy — just make sure your SIMPLi chickpeas are dry before popping in the food processor: 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas, 3/4 cup fresh parsley, 2–3 cloves garlic, 1 small shallot, 1/2 teaspoon cumin & coriander, 1/2 teaspoon salt: pulse until the mixture comes together, but not a puree (should be coarse), then add 2–3 tablespoons flour (or chickpea flour for GF version) and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.

Taste, adjust for salt, then shape into patties and pan fry in a little olive oil until crispy, 3–4 minutes per side.

3️⃣ We LOVE SIMPLi’s chickpeas in soup! This one is a lemon barley chickpea soup that we’re making live in our upcoming Bean Cooking Class. And we’ve got a yummy chickpea noodle soup on our website!

What’s your favorite way to use chickpeas? 🙋‍♀️

03/25/2026

Have you noticed your child is more likely to try new foods in any of these scenarios? 🍽️

Share your success stories below! 👇

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