When you’re feeding toddlers and young kids, noodles and rice are often the most reliable starting point. They’re familiar, filling, and easy to adapt with vegetables, proteins, and gentle flavors that work for developing palates. This collection brings together all of our kid-friendly pasta and rice recipes in one place, so you can quickly find meals that feel safe and nutritionally balanced.
You’ll find everything from upgraded buttered noodles and veggie-packed pasta dishes to soft, scoopable rice meals that toddlers can manage on their own. All of these recipes are designed with young eaters in mind—manageable textures, approachable seasoning, and flexible ingredients you can adjust for picky phases or family meals.
Featured Toddler Pasta and Rice Recipes
Broccoli Cheddar Pastina
A fun and novel take on pastina, with a texture like couscous and a flavor like broccoli and cheddar soup. Pro tip: if your child is sick and/or look…
Easy Air Fryer Pasta Chips
Try (air) frying it for a crispy snack or side that will remind them of their favorite crackers.
Peanut Butter Noodle Soup
This peanut butter noodle soup brings cozy comfort in minutes—creamy, savory, and endlessly flexible. A Thai-inspired, kid-approved meal that’s a…
