Tuesday Meal Plan Recipes for Middle Schoolers with Crohn’s – Scorched Rice Soup, Braised Tofu, Beef Radish Soup, White Rice, Stir-fried Zucchini, Chicken Breast Salad, Pumpkin Porridge, Plain Yogurt

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Hello, parents! 😌
Managing a meal plan for a child with Crohn's disease can be challenging. Children with Crohn's often have sensitive digestive systems, so it's essential to prepare meals that are gentle on the stomach while still providing balanced nutrition.

Today, I’m sharing a Tuesday meal plan designed specifically for middle schoolers with Crohn's. This meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack – all made with ingredients that are easy to digest and packed with nutrients. Let’s dive in! 💖

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🍽️ Breakfast – Scorched Rice Soup + Braised Tofu



🍚 Scorched Rice Soup Recipe

Scorched rice soup is mild and easy to digest. It’s known for its comforting flavor and is perfect for a sensitive stomach.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 1 cup of scorched rice
  • 3 cups of water
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 cup of kelp broth

✔️ Instructions

  1. In a pot, combine water and kelp broth. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add the scorched rice and simmer over low heat.
  3. Cook until the rice softens, then season with salt.

👉 TIP: Don’t overcook the scorched rice – a slightly chewy texture is ideal.

🍳 Braised Tofu Recipe

Tofu is an excellent plant-based protein source that’s easy on the digestive system.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 1 block of tofu
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

✔️ Instructions

  1. Cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a pot, combine water, soy sauce, and minced garlic, and bring to a boil.
  3. Add the tofu and simmer over low heat until the sauce thickens.
  4. Drizzle sesame oil over the top before serving.

👉 TIP: Tofu is delicate, so avoid overcooking it to maintain texture.

🍽️ Lunch – Beef Radish Soup + White Rice + Stir-fried Zucchini



🥣 Beef Radish Soup Recipe

Beef and radish create a light but nourishing broth that is easy on the stomach.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 100g beef (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 radish (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 4 cups of water

✔️ Instructions

  1. Sauté the beef in sesame oil until browned.
  2. Add the radish and stir-fry together.
  3. Pour in water and bring to a boil.
  4. Simmer for 20 minutes, then season with soy sauce.

👉 TIP: Cooking the radish just until tender maintains a pleasant texture.

🥒 Stir-fried Zucchini Recipe

Zucchini is soft and rich in nutrients, making it an excellent side dish for Crohn's patients.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

✔️ Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a pan.
  2. Add the zucchini and minced garlic.
  3. Stir-fry until the zucchini softens.
  4. Season with salt and serve.

👉 TIP: Don’t overcook the zucchini to keep its fresh taste.

🍽️ Dinner – Chicken Breast Salad + Pumpkin Porridge



🥗 Chicken Breast Salad Recipe

Chicken breast is high in protein and low in fat, making it ideal for Crohn's patients.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 100g chicken breast
  • Lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • A squeeze of lemon juice

✔️ Instructions

  1. Boil the chicken breast and shred it into thin pieces.
  2. Wash and prepare the vegetables.
  3. Combine the chicken and vegetables in a bowl.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

👉 TIP: Keep the salad dressing light to avoid irritating the stomach.

🎃 Pumpkin Porridge Recipe

Pumpkin is rich in vitamins and fiber, and its soft texture is easy to digest.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 1 small pumpkin
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 tsp honey

✔️ Instructions

  1. Peel and cut the pumpkin into chunks.
  2. Boil the pumpkin until soft.
  3. Blend the pumpkin with water until smooth.
  4. Reheat and add honey before serving.

👉 TIP: Blending the pumpkin makes it easier to digest.

🍽️ Snack – Plain Yogurt



Plain yogurt is rich in probiotics, which promote gut health.

✔️ Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • A drizzle of honey (optional)

✔️ Instructions

  1. Place the yogurt in a bowl.
  2. Drizzle honey on top (if desired).
  3. Serve chilled.

👉 TIP: Opt for unsweetened yogurt to avoid added sugars.

💖 Advice for Parents

It’s important to create a positive mealtime atmosphere. When your child refuses to eat, don’t push too hard. Instead, offer a variety of foods and respect their preferences. Consistency is key! 😌

💡 Healthy Meal Swaps:

Regular FoodHealthy SubstituteWhy It Works
White breadWhole grain breadHigh in fiber, supports digestion
Fried chickenAir-fried chickenLower in fat, easier to digest
Potato chipsBaked sweet potato chipsLess oil, rich in nutrients
SodaCoconut waterNatural electrolytes, less sugar

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This completes the Tuesday meal plan for middle schoolers with Crohn's. Let me know if you'd like to see more meal plans for the rest of the week! 😎🔥