California Flavors, Sabores de California
From the vibrant dishes of Latin America to the street food of Asia, school meals are getting infused with flavor — and you’re invited to the table. The Center for Ecoliteracy’s California Food for California Kids® initiative presents 12 freshly-prepared, plant-forward recipes reflecting the rich cultural diversity of California students.
We’re making it easier (and more exciting) to meet nutrition guidelines for sugar and sodium. These practical recipes are designed to be student-tested, scale across food service settings, and highlight fresh fruits and vegetables grown right here in California.
Our recipe book for school nutrition professionals is coming out in Fall 2025. Want a sneak peek? Send us an email.
Mango Carrot Lassi
Tropical Citrus Muesli
Banana-Lentil Pancake with Citrus Compote
Korean Street Toast
Caribbean-Inspired Jerk Bowl
Adobo-Spiced Fish and Fried Rice Bowl
Oven-Baked Pancit
Vegetarian Pupusas with Cabbage Curtido
Pozole Rojo
Middle Eastern Skirt Steak Bowl
Za’atar Lentil and Chickpea Falafel Burger
Aloo Masala Wrap with Rainbow Slaw
Funding for California Flavors, Sabores de California was made possible by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.