A Knack for Kid Snacks.

Grazing is o.k. for adults, but with kids it can quickly become all-day snacking, which is not a healthy habit. Does this sound familiar? Try creating a snack-time (not in front of the TV) with substantial, healthier choices that will sustain your kids for longer. Keep processed food to a minimum in favor of those filled with proteins, carbs and vitamins, which will give your kids more energy to hit the jungle gym, instead of the couch.

Want to satisfy a sweet tooth? Try raisins, dates and other dried fruits. Savory all-natural foods like nuts, California Ripe Olives and canned beans are also really quick and easy. If you have a few more minutes, get into the kitchen with your kids and teach them how to make a wholesome snack of their own. With a few ingredients that kids love and a toaster oven, these Toaster Tuna Triangles can't be beat.
 

Toaster Tuna Triangles

• 1 (3 ounce) can tuna, packed in water
• 1/3 cup grated Monterey jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped California Ripe Olives
• 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
• 2 (9-inch) burrito sized tortillas

In a small bowl combine tuna, cheese, California Ripe Olives, mayonnaise and mustard. Prepare each tortilla by spreading a thin layer of tuna mixture on one half. Fold remaining uncoated side of tortilla over to create a half moon shape. Repeat with remaining tortilla and tuna. Place each "half moon" on a separate sheet of foil and place (one at a time) into a toaster oven. Broil in the toaster oven for 3-5 minutes, then flip and brown remaining side. Repeat with second tortilla. Cut each tortilla into 4 wedges. Makes 4-6 kids-sized snacks.