50 Healthy St Patrick’s Day Treats for Kids

St. Patrick's Day treats are a fun way to surprise your kids, but most ideas are loaded with refined sugar and artificial food coloring. If you're looking for St. Patrick's Day food for kids that won’t result in a sugar crash, you're in the right place. These easy, healthy St. Patrick's Day treats for kids are perfect for school parties, after-school snacks, or a festive family meal.

The “Green Food” Nostalgia Trip

Who remembers being served neon-green foods as a kid? Green milk, green mashed potatoes, or even green Jello… the artificial food coloring game was strong when I was in elementary school!

Each March 17, the urge to “go green” hits, and I get it. It's fun to be festive, but I still want to feed my kids real food. So, what's a fun-loving parent to do? You skip the dyes and reach for the rainbow.

Healthy St. Patrick's Day Treats for Kids

Check out this huge list of St. Patrick's Day treats that are made without sugar or artificial food coloring. Your family will love the colorful, delicious food. You’ll love serving a naturally healthy treat.

Fruit Snacks

Fruit is sweet enough to feel like a treat, but packed with vitamins and nutrients. You’ll feel good about serving these snacks to your kiddos.

• Green Fruit Skewers image from Get Creative Juice
• Rainbow Fruit Skewers from BBC Good Food
• Rainbow Fruit Tray from Passion for Savings
• Irish Flag Fruit Skewers from Finding Zest

Rainbow Treats

These colorful snacks are healthy eating in disguise, thanks to the addition of a rainbow of healthy fresh fruits and vegetables. Grab the blueberries, strawberries, and oranges!

• Fruit Pizza Bagels with cream cheese from No. 2 Pencil
• Fruit and Granola Rainbow Parfait from Lemon Lime Adventures 
• Rainbow Mini Sandwiches (bottom left) from Super Healthy Kids
• Rainbow Fruit Pops (bottom right) from The Typical Mom

Leprechaun Themed Treats

Leprechauns are fun - which makes them the perfect St. Patrick's Day snack inspiration for kids.

• Lucky Leprechaun Apples from Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons
• Silly Leprechaun Sandwich from Creative Food
• Cucumber Leprechaun Top Hats from Creative Food
• Fruity Leprechaun Pancakes from Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons

Shamrock Shaped Snacks

Shamrocks are a favorite symbol of St Patrick's Day. These healthy snacks are full of fiber for kids and adults alike.

• Shamrock Cucumber Tea Sandwiches from Will Cook for Smiles 
• Shamrock Veggie Skewers from Two Healthy Kitchens
• Shamrock Kiwi Slices from Recipe.com
• Chips with Shamrock Spinach Tortillas from Spiced Blog

Pot of Gold Recipes

Gold isn't the only thing you can find at the end of the rainbow! When you serve these delicious recipes, your family will taste the treasure.

• Pot o’ Gold Salsa with Shamrock Chips grab a shamrock-shaped cookie cutter for this recipe from How Does She
• Pot of Gold Roasted Root Vegetable Soup plus other Irish recipes including shepherd’s pie from Culinary.net 
• Pot of Gold Smoothies plus Healthy Shamrock Shakes with protein from Sorey Fitness 
• Pot O’ Gold St Patrick’s Day Fruit Cups from Bren Did 

One Bite Snacks

These bite-sized goodies are a great way to sneak fruits and veggies into your kids' day. Serve them on Saint Patrick's Day or anytime.

• Rainbow Yogurt Dots from Best Ideas for Kids
• Rainbow Gummy Snacks from Modern Parents Messy Kids
• Paleo Skittles from Joyful Abode 
• Green Juice Gummy Bears from Simply Taralynn

St. Patrick’s Day Pizza

Ask any kid to name their top three favorite foods, and there's a pretty good chance pizza will make the list. These festive versions are dressed up with green veggies for a healthy dinner.

• Shamrock Mini Pizzas with green bell pepper from Little Family Adventure
• Rainbow Cauliflower Pizza from Gimme Delicious
• Green Goddess Pizza from Well and Full
• Spinach Shamrock Pizza image from Make the Best of Everything

Festive Veggies and Dip

Veggie trays with tasty dips are an easy way to get your family to eat more vegetables. These recipes are perfect for everyday!

• Green Ombre Veggie Tray from Paging Supermom
• Oil-Free Spinach Hummus from Elephantastic Vegan
• Better than Trader Joe’s Edamame Hummus from Oh My Veggies
• Avocado Ranch Dip from Two Healthy Kitchens

St. Paddy’s Day Breakfast Ideas

These festive breakfast ideas are sweet enough to feel like a treat, but healthy enough to start the day.

• No Food Coloring Green Pancakes from Running to the Kitchen
• Serve Rainbow Smoothies in clear glasses! Recipe from The First Year Blog
• Festive Spinach Quiche from Dollar Tree
• Sunny Side Up Shamrock Eggs from MoscatoMom

Green St Patrick’s Day Lunches

Even the pickiest eater will love these green lunch ideas. They might even make your regular lunch menu.

• Turkey and Cranberry Pinwheels from Dessert Now Dinner Later
• Shamrock Avocado Toast from Eating Richly
• Green Mac and Cheese from Weelicious
• Green Goddess Sandwiches from The Bojon Gourmet

St. Patrick’s Day Desserts

These desserts are not just delicious, they're full of healthy ingredients!

• Green Apple Sorbet from Genius Kitchen
• Healthy Shamrock Shake from Real Food Real Deals
• Mint Chocolate Nice Cream from Chocolate Covered Katie
• Rainbow Fruit Pizza from JoyFoodSunshine

Healthy Green Muffins

Matcha green tea, spinach, and even broccoli lend their color to these festive food ideas. You're sure to find a sweet or savory version your whole family will love.

• Lemon Matcha Muffins from Beautiful Eats and Things
• Broccoli and Cornbread Muffins from Produce for Kids
• Green Monster Veggie Muffins from Easy Toddler Meals
• Gluten Free Spinach Ricotta Muffins from Leelalicious

Naturally Green Side Dishes

These mouth-watering recipes add St. Patrick’s Day cheer to any meal. They’re a great alternative to green food coloring.

• Cheesy Broccoli Bites from Super Healthy Kids 
• Green Veggie Potato Pancakes from Kitchen Stewardship
• Baked Broccoli Tots from Gimme Delicious
• Avocado Deviled Eggs from This Mama Cooks

I hope your St. Patrick’s Day is filled with healthy rainbows, tasty shamrocks, and lots of naturally green treats!

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