BLW Recipesby Avo

Food guide

Asparagus

Asparagus can be introduced around 9-12 months, as it’s fibrous and requires more chewing.

How to serve at this age

Cooked until soft and cut into bite-sized pieces, or pureed for younger babies.You can also cook asparagus soup by chopping it finely and mixing with some broth and butter and you can blend it afterwards.

Nutrition

Offers a good source of vitamins A, C, E, K, and fiber for healthy digestion.

A note from the editors

Peeling the bottom part of the asparagus stalks makes them easier to chew and digest. Oven cooked asparagus with a little bit of olive oil is a delicious side dish.

Good to know

The fibrous nature of asparagus can be a choking hazard, so it should be cooked until very tender.