When we crave snacks, we immediately think of cookies and chips; therefore, we tend to give the same to our kids. We all know how hard it is to find kid snacks that are easy and healthy — with no added sugar and low sodium, but still, a few brands are putting the good stuff out there.
Saskia Sorrosa, the founder of the kid and adult snack brand, Fresh Bellies, is an Ecuador native and the daughter of a banana farmer and agricultural entrepreneur. Sorrosa thinks the key to a perfect summer kid snack routine is to train their palates to crave savory flavors by turning savory, culturally-inspired dishes into snacks they’ll love.
The expert shared with HOLA! USA six savory Caribbean and Latin American-inspired snacks to help kids love nutritious food.
Tostones
A close cousin to the plantain chips, tostones are slightly larger and crispier, with a crunchy outer layer and a deliciously soft inside. They pair incredibly well with freshly squeezed lime or topped with queso fresco (white cheese.)
Avocado Toast
Before becoming trendy in the states, avocado toast was always a staple of “tea time” in many Latin American countries, often served with milk tea.
Cheese and Jam
Kids will love the savory and sweet mix of various hard cheeses with blackberry or peach jam.
Toasted Corn
Tostados are one of Ecuador’s oldest snacks, composed of toasting extra large corn kernels in oil on a pan with garlic and onion.
Pineapple and chile
The combination of pineapple and chile packs an irresistible punch for everyone! It’s a refreshing afternoon Summer snack loaded with vitamins and immunity-boosting goodness.
Macambo or Cacao Beans
High in protein and rich in vitamins, these beans are close cousins of cacao beans that taste like almonds and walnuts.
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