A 5-day meal plan for your 1 year 6 month old focused on Iron Rich / Energy.
Monday
Focus: Pairing the iron in spinach with the Vitamin C in banana helps absorb more energy for playtime.
Lentil and Sweet Potato Mash
Lunch • Prep: 15 minutes
Berries and Yogurt
Snack • Prep: 5 minutes
Turkey and Zucchini Bites
Dinner • Prep: 15 minutes
Spinach Banana Pancakes
Breakfast • Prep: 10 minutes
Tuesday
Focus: Pairing the iron in chickpeas with the Vitamin C in carrots helps absorb more energy for playtime.
Chickpea and Carrot Hummus
Lunch • Prep: 10 minutes
Cheese and Pear Slices
Snack • Prep: 5 minutes
Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Dinner • Prep: 15 minutes
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Breakfast • Prep: 10 minutes
Wednesday
Focus: Pairing the iron in quinoa with the Vitamin C in berries helps absorb more energy for playtime.
Tofu and Green Pea Mash
Lunch • Prep: 10 minutes
Banana and Almond Butter
Snack • Prep: 5 minutes
Chicken and Tomato Pasta
Dinner • Prep: 15 minutes
Quinoa Berry Bowl
Breakfast • Prep: 10 minutes
Thursday
Focus: Pairing the iron in spinach with the Vitamin C in tomatoes helps absorb more energy for playtime.
Egg and Spinach Wrap
Lunch • Prep: 10 minutes
Cucumber Sticks with Hummus
Snack • Prep: 5 minutes
Salmon and Sweet Potato Mash
Dinner • Prep: 15 minutes
Whole Grain Toast with Avocado
Breakfast • Prep: 5 minutes
Friday
Focus: Pairing the iron in black beans with the Vitamin C in bell peppers helps absorb more energy for playtime.
Bean and Bell Pepper Salad
Lunch • Prep: 10 minutes
Apple Slices with Cottage Cheese
Snack • Prep: 5 minutes
Lamb and Zucchini Stew
Dinner • Prep: 15 minutes
Egg and Cheese Muffin
Breakfast • Prep: 10 minutes
This is just a sample. Generate a custom plan based on your fridge and your child's specific needs.
Our guides cover picky eaters, iron deficiency, dairy-free eating, and more practical advice for parents.
Browse all articles →