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A delicious Sinterklaas feast with fruit and vegetables

5 December 2024

Sinterklaas is a much-loved celebration in the Netherlands, full of traditions and treats. Besides the classic pepernoten and chocolate letters, we can also celebrate this feast in a surprising, healthy way. We offer countless ideas for delicious, fruit- and vegetable-rich dishes that are perfect for the Sinterklaas period. From spicy treats to savoury alternatives, there are plenty of opportunities to make conscious choices without compromising on taste and cosiness. In this blog, we share recipes that will make your delicious evening even better and healthy too!
<h1>A delicious Sinterklaas feast with fruit and vegetables</h1>

Freshly stewed carrots

Side dish

20 - 30 minutes

These freshly stewed carrots are a surprising and festive side dish that is perfect for Sinterklaas dinner. While the smell of spiced nuts and speculoos lingers in the house, these stewed carrots bring a fresh and colourful contribution to the table. With their soft sweetness and the subtle freshness of lemon, they are a delicious contrast to other delicacies. Whether you are putting together a full dinner for Christmas Eve or looking for a healthy side dish among all the sweetness, these carrots will add a touch of festive freshness to your Sinterklaas meal.

This dish contains 200 grams of vegetables and 60 grams of fruit per person.

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Carrot fries with chicken and tangerine from the oven

Main course

20 - 30 minutes

This recipe for carrot fries with chicken and tangerine from the oven is a perfect addition to your Sinterklaas feast. The carrot fries are a nod to the favourite snack of Ozosnel, Sinterklaas's horse, while the mandarin - a classic Sinterklaas delicacy - adds a sweet, fresh twist. Together with tender chicken from the oven, this dish makes for a colourful and festive meal that will please young and old alike. Ideal for enjoying on Christmas Eve while putting a healthy, cosy meal on the table.

This dish contains 150 grams of vegetables and 90 grams of fruit per person.

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Curry with aubergine, carrot, prawns and cauliflower rice

Main course

20 - 30 minutes

This curry with aubergine, winter carrots, prawns and cauliflower rice is a delicious, healthy meal perfect for a Sinterklaas celebration. While traditional treats like gingerbread and chocolate dominate, this colourful curry offers a tasty and nutritious alternative. The combination of winter carrots and the exotic spices make for a warming meal that brings that little bit extra during the cold December days.

This dish contains 335 grams of vegetables per person.

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Mini apple cake with spiced nuts

Dessert

10 - 20 minutes

This mini apple cake with spiced nuts is a treat for St Nicholas celebrations. The cake's juicy apple and warm spices combine perfectly with the crunchy spiced nuts, making this dessert not only taste delicious, but also totally in keeping with the spirit of Christmas Eve. These festive mini cakes are ideal to serve while unwrapping presents or as a sweet ending to a cosy St Nicholas dinner. With this recipe, you can still add a bit of fruit during the festive season.

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Carrot cake balls

Dessert

0 - 10 minutes

These carrot cake balls are a perfect sweet snack for the Sinterklaas party! The flavour of carrot cake, combined with the healthy and nutritious ingredients, makes these balls a delicious treat that fits in perfectly with the Sinterklaas theme. The carrots provide a festive and responsible snack moment during Saint Nicholas Eve. Ideal for those who want to make a conscious and tasty choice alongside all the sweetness. Perfect for making and enjoying with the family.

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