We’re looking forward to a few days at the beach. We always have the challenge of how to avoid the fast-food and bring along some healthy treats for the kids. Here are a few healthy treats that the kids can help make.

1. Fruit Kabobs – Select your favorite fruits and skewer them!

2. Panini’s to Go – What is your kids favorite sandwich? We like turkey and muenster cheese with pesto on the parents sandwiches. Let your kids make them up and then press them a Panini maker, Foreman Grill or Waffle Iron. Cool, slice and pack them to go.

3. Pasta Salad - Add spiral pasta or other fun shapes, lots of fresh veggies including carrots, zucchini, celery and top with lite Italian dressing. Or, use your favorite recipe but skip the mayo recipes so it will keep all day.

Pack all the goodies on ice in a cooler and you’ll be good for the whole day!

Mom Tip:  Bring baby wipes, even if your kids are no longer babies. Use them to wipe the sand off their hands and do quick clean ups.