Going meatless offers benefits for your health, the environment, and your budget. However, families with kids or picky eaters may find it challenging to serve plates full of veggies. Luckily, there are plenty of tasty meat alternatives that even the most passionate carnivores will enjoy. Here are some options to try. 

Meat Alternatives for Families

1. Vegetable Soup

It can be difficult to get kids to eat a variety of vegetables, since they often taste bland when served raw. However, simmering them in vegetable stock gives them more flavor and makes them softer and easier to chew. Add any vegetables you want to the pot and boil slowly with vegetable stock. A bit of tomato sauce adds an extra kick if your family loves tomato-based dishes. If you want extra protein, or if your kids prefer meals with the texture of meat, toss in a meat alternative like seed meat. 

2. Meatless Tacos

Tacos are always a crowd-pleasing meal, and they don’t need to include ground beef or shredded chicken to bring lots of spicy flavor. Instead, opt for a meat alternative like seed meat or roasted cauliflower, and season it with buffalo sauce, chili powder, or whatever spices you usually use when making meat tacos. Then add veggies and seasoning to enhance the flavor and crunch of each taco. 

3. Seed Meat Burgers

When serving meatless burgers to kids or those skeptical about meat alternatives, opt for something that provides a similar texture to ground beef. Seed meat has that same crumbly consistency but sticks together well enough to form solid patties. Top burgers with cheese, condiments, and freshly grilled buns to give your family that same cookout experience without the greasy beef.

If you’re ready to try any of these meat alternatives with your family, check out Seed Meat Enterprises. Based in Las Vegas, NV, the company has over 12 years of experience producing healthy meat substitutes filled with amino acids and filling protein that keeps portion sizes low. Call (209) 675-5363 with questions for a team member or to place an order.