Food guide
Olive Oil
Olive oil can be introduced around 6 months. It's a healthy source of fat, important for baby’s growth.
How to serve at this age
Use as a dressing on pureed vegetables or add a few drops to baby food for flavor.
Nutrition
Rich in monounsaturated fats, beneficial for heart health. Also contains vitamin E and K.
A note from the editors
Start with a small amount to ensure it agrees with your baby's digestion.
Good to know
Ensure the olive oil is extra virgin and of good quality.
Recipes with olive oil
6mo+ · 40 min
Lentil & Veggie Fingers
6mo+ · 37 min
Sweet Potato & Lentil Cakes
9mo+ · 40 min
Sweet Potato Brownies
6mo+ · 30 min
Sweet Potato Hummus
9mo+ · 35 min
Zucchini Muffins
9mo+ · 13 min
Avocado & Egg Toast Fingers
9mo+ · 22 min
Baby Corn & Cheese Fritters
12mo+ · 20 min
Baby Mini Pizza
12mo+ · 30 min
Baby Shakshuka
12mo+ · 40 min
Baby Spaghetti Bolognese
12mo+ · 30 min
Baby Soft Tacos
9mo+ · 28 min
Banana Peanut Butter Muffins
9mo+ · 28 min
Banana Seed Muffins
6mo+ · 32 min
Beef & Broccoli Bites
12mo+ · 35 min
Beef & Rice Bowl
6mo+ · 40 min
Beetroot Falafel Bites
9mo+ · 30 min
Whole Wheat Vegetable Baby Fritters
6mo+ · 5 min
Tzatziki Sauce
6mo+ · 45 min
Butternut Squash Risotto Bites
6mo+ · 22 min
Carrot Sticks with Hummus Dip
9mo+ · 35 min
Carrot & Oat Muffins
12mo+ · 35 min
Carrot & Raisin Muffins
9mo+ · 34 min
Cauliflower Cheese Bites
12mo+ · 25 min
Chicken & Avocado Wrap Strips
9mo+ · 35 min
Chicken Pesto Pasta Bites
12mo+ · 25 min
Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla
12mo+ · 40 min
Baby Chicken Risotto
6mo+ · 37 min
Baked Chicken Sweet Potato Nuggets
12mo+ · 50 min
Chicken & Vegetable Stew
9mo+ · 15 min
Corn & Cheese Quesadilla Strips
12mo+ · 60 min
Baby Cottage Pie
9mo+ · 28 min
Mini Egg Muffin Cups
12mo+ · 40 min
Simple Baby Dal
6mo+ · 25 min
Mango & Chicken Soft Skewers
12mo+ · 45 min
Mild Chicken Curry
12mo+ · 60 min
Mild Lamb Curry
12mo+ · 45 min
Mild Vegetable Curry
9mo+ · 5 min
Mini Caprese Bites
6mo+ · 30 min
Mini Salmon Fishcakes
12mo+ · 30 min
Baby Pasta Primavera
9mo+ · 40 min
Courgette Stuffed for Babies
9mo+ · 22 min
Pea & Mint Fritters
9mo+ · 35 min
Peach & Oat Muffins
9mo+ · 42 min
Pumpkin & Cheese Scrolls
9mo+ · 35 min
Pumpkin Spice Muffins
12mo+ · 25 min
Soft Roasted Chickpeas
6mo+ · 35 min
Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Soft Pitta
12mo+ · 30 min
Salmon Fried Rice
9mo+ · 45 min
Soft Banana Bread Slices
6mo+ · 40 min
Soft Baked Falafel Bites
12mo+ · 30 min
Soft Chicken Taco Strips
9mo+ · 35 min
Spinach & Banana Muffins
9mo+ · 26 min
Spinach & Egg Mini Muffins
9mo+ · 20 min
Tender Lamb Ribs
9mo+ · 25 min
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Quesadilla
12mo+ · 22 min
Tuna & Sweetcorn Patties
6mo+ · 35 min
Turkey & Veggie Meatballs
12mo+ · 35 min
Baby Vegetable Frittata
12mo+ · 25 min
Vegetable Fried Rice
9mo+ · 27 min
Zucchini & Corn Fritters
9mo+ · 35 min
Stuffed Peppers for Babies
9mo+ · 15 min
Potato Frittata
9mo+ · 30 min
Baked Salmon Meal
9mo+ · 25 min
Purslane Dish
9mo+ · 25 min