August 29th, 2009As a mother, I’m always looking for ways to make my kid’s food healthier. Here’s my version of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
- Start off with 2 slices of 100% whole wheat bread. This will provide a healthy dose of fiber. The bread I use provides 5 grams of fiber per slice. Two slices equals 10 grams of fiber, almost half of the recommended serving for an adult.
- Use natural peanut butter. Check the label to make sure there are no added ingredients, such as sugar or partially hydrogenated oils. I use a peanut butter that only contains two ingredients, peanuts and salt.
- Instead of jelly, use slices of fresh fruit, such as bananas, strawberries, or raspberries. By skipping the jelly, you will eliminate any high fructose corn syrup or refined sugar. Using fresh fruit keeps all the nutrients and fiber found in the fruit.
That’s it! Does anyone else have other healthy food ideas to share?
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What a good idea for a healthy peanut butter and jelly sandwich. The fruit is a good substuite for the jelly.
I love my pb&j sandwiches. I’ve used sugar free jelly before, but I don’t know if it has high fructose corn syrup or not.
I’ll try your idea sometime. It sounds yummy!!
I never thought about a healthy peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
I don’t know how my kids will like it but it’s worth a try.
Wish me luck!
Sometimes simple things, like substituting the actual fruit for the jam, can make a difference.
My kids love their new peanut butter sandwiches!! Thanks for the helpful hint!
I’m glad to hear they’re working out for you, Judy. That’s the best way to make them, in my opinion!