Hi Jim
I think the best thing is to separate the LESSON from the actual food or recipe.

And "healthy" is in the mouth of the beholder, so to speak! Whole wheat bread is "healthy" but for a child with a gluten allergy, it could be a disaster.

My suggestion is that you take a look at all the cooking lessons that are on this site, and see if there is something that could be adapted to be used in your lesson plans.

Go to the FIND button above, UNCHECK "current forum only", and type in "cooking lessons". Click go and hopefully you will find some things that will help.

I know that we have done fruit salads, which are a big hit, and healthy!

I also think it might be an opportunity to gently remind the "health nut" that occasional treats, in moderation, are healthy for the soul!

I have found that our kids LOVE the cooking workshops, but the food allergies are a challenge.

Blessings

Jan S