Creamy Zucchini Pasta

Creamy Zucchini Pasta for Kids: A Nutritious, Delicious Meal for 8 months baby & Up

Omg I am obsessed with this Creamy zucchini pasta! It is a simple, kid-friendly dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. The natural creaminess comes from the slow-cooked zucchini, which breaks down into a silky sauce when simmered with garlic in olive oil and blended with a little parmesan and pasta water. You can serve it for a quick lunch or dinner, it takes about 15 minutes to make and prepare. It’s perfect for busy parents who want to sneak more veggies into family meals. Made with a few wholesome ingredients like zucchini, olive oil, garlic, and parmesan cheese, this pasta is creamy, cheesy, and comforting. It is so light and easy to eat, amazing for spring time or year round. You can pair it with your favorite proteins, for example shrimp, fish or chicken breast.

 

Why You’ll Love Creamy Zucchini Pasta:

.Quick to make

.Packed with hidden veggies

.Loved by kids and adults alike

.Great for leftovers and lunchboxes

Nutritional Benefits:

.Zucchini is a nutrient-rich vegetable that’s great for kids:

.Vitamin C and Vitamin A help support immune health and vision

.Potassium supports muscle and heart function

.Dietary fiber aids digestion and promotes gut health

.Low in calories, high in water content

.Adding parmesan cheese brings in:

.Calcium for strong bones

.Protein for muscle growth

.Olive oil adds healthy fats that support brain development and help absorb important fat-soluble vitamins. Even the small amount of garlic offers immune-boosting benefits, all while enhancing flavor.

Kid-Friendly Serving Suggestions (From 8 Months & Up)

This creamy zucchini pasta is a wonderful kid-friendly pasta idea that can easily be adapted for different age groups:

8–12 Months (Babies on Solids): Cut up pasta really well so it is easier for baby to eat. Don’t add any salt to the pasta.

12–18 Months (Toddlers): I still like to cut up the pasta at this age and you can pair it with fruit, garlic toast or some protein. Sprinkle a little more parmesan on top.

What You Need:

Large Pot

Pasta strainer

Small Blender

Ingredients & Substitutions:

Zucchini- The zucchini is the star of the show in this recipe, I don’t recommend replacing it with anything.

Garlic- Same for the garlic, it adds so much flavor to the dish.

Parmesan- The parmesan adds a savory, cheesy flavor that is needed. You can sub with dairy-free parmesan.

Pasta- Any pasta you prefer is fine in this recipe. Semolina, chickpea pasta, gluten-free pasta. I used brown rice pasta and it came out lovely!

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are some more kid-friendly pasta ideas you should check out:

Simple Buttered Pasta with Peas

Spinach Ricotta Pasta

Simple Cherry Tomato Pasta

Kid-Friendly Minestrone Soup