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Fabulous Veggie Faces

Serving Size
Calories
Protein
Saturated Fat
Sodium
Carbohydrate
Fiber
Added Sugars
1 veggie face
128
6g
0g
239mg
23g
5g
0g

This recipe makes healthy eating fun - perfect for kids and adults alike! Fresh vegetables and whole grains join forces in this low-fat, high-fiber dish to keep you fueled and full.

Ingredients

  • 2 100% whole-wheat sandwich rounds or English muffins, split 

    into 2 halves

  • 4 tablespoons hummus, low-fat Greek yogurt-based dip, or 

    vegetable cream cheese (1 tablespoon for each face)

  • 2 cups of a variety of fresh vegetables (Broccoli, zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, carrots, celery, red

    cabbage, peas, cherry tomatoes, etc.) - about ½ cup of 

    vegetables for each face.


Preparation

  1. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before you begin cooking. Thoroughly wash all fresh produce.

  2. Chop, slice, or shred vegetables. Shred 

    carrots and red cabbage; slice radishes, cucumbers, mushrooms, and bell peppers; halve cherry tomatoes; chop cauliflower and broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Drain and rinse canned vegetables.

  3. Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of your choice of spread (hummus, spinach artichoke yogurt spread, or vegetable cream cheese) over one half of the sandwich round or English muffin, covering the surface completely.

  4. Make a “veggie face”: Use the different types of fresh vegetables to make eyes, ears, a mouth, a nose, and even hair. Be creative!

Source: Recipe adapted from What’s Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl.

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