Main meals15 min hands-on · 45 min total · 7 ingredients
Roast potatoes, broccoli & dip
Why it works for childrenDip it, try it separately, start small.
The ingredients bringProtein · Calcium · Fibre
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Family kitchen · Drinks
Cucumber & lemon water
A jug, two fresh ingredients and a little flavour. A simple idea for the family table, without juice or added sweetness.
- Hands-on time
- 5 Min.
- Total time
- 15 Min.
- Base recipe
- 4 glasses
Fluid · Mild flavour
Why it works for children & what’s in itTimes are estimates for the base recipe. Larger quantities may take longer.
Step by step
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An easier way today.
Wash the cucumber thoroughly instead of peeling it. Skip the resting time if you are in a hurry; the flavour will be lighter.
What you can prepare ahead
Set out the ingredients and fill the jug shortly before eating. Total time includes 10 minutes resting in the fridge.
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When there is room for it today
Helping is welcome. Watching is too.
Your child can wash the cucumber and lemon and add the prepared slices to the jug. An adult handles cutting and straining.
For your family table
Adapt for younger eaters.
Strain out all pieces before pouring. Intended for the family table with children aged 3 and over; choose a suitable cup and amount. There is no required portion to finish.
What this water provides.
The strained water mainly provides fluid. Cucumber and lemon add a little flavour; it does not replace fruit or vegetables or provide a reliable vitamin source.
These notes refer to the ingredients in the base recipe. The amount on the plate depends on preparation, portion size and swaps. Variety across the week makes the difference.
Make it work for you.
Leave out the lemon for a gentler flavour. Plain drinking water is always an equally good everyday choice.
Taking it slowly today?
Put out a jug of plain water as well. Your child can choose which they prefer.
Keeping it safely
Make fresh and preferably drink with the same meal. Cover untouched leftovers, refrigerate immediately at 5°C or below and use the same day. Discard leftovers from used glasses.
For younger eaters
Strain out all pieces before pouring. Intended for the family table with children aged 3 and over; choose a suitable cup and amount. There is no required portion to finish.
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Our approach & sources
These recipes are ideas for family life with children aged 3 and up. Quantities are a guide, not a target to finish. Age, appetite and individual needs vary. Variety across the week matters; no single recipe covers every nutritional need.
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