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Asparagus & Cauliflower Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich
Asparagus & Cauliflower Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 10 asparagus spears, woody ends removed
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets

Method

  1. 01

    Snap off the woody ends of 10 asparagus spears and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cut 1 cup of cauliflower into small florets.

  2. 02

    Place cauliflower florets in a steamer basket and steam over boiling water for 3 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add asparagus pieces and continue steaming for another 7-8 minutes until both are tender.

  4. 04

    Transfer to a blender and add 3-4 tablespoons of steaming liquid.

  5. 05

    Blend on high until very smooth, adjusting liquid for your desired consistency.

Gallery

Asparagus & Cauliflower Blend — photo 1
Asparagus & Cauliflower Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Offer as a puree on a spoon, or thin with a little breast milk or formula for younger babies.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.

Nutrition note

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

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer

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