NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Root vegetables contain a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, including manganese, potassium and magnesium. Onions, parsnips and garlic are all rich in vitamin C, while carrots are a great source of vitamins A and K.
RECIPE
Mixed bean and root vegetable stew
Serves: 5
Typical portion size for 1-4 years: 130g
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
Method
Serving suggestion
Serve with apricot and herb couscous.
Recipe adapted from: Early Years Catering at Illminster Avenue, Children’s Food Trust
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