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Avocado & Kale Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Avocado & Kale Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
6 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 cup kale leaves, stems removed

Method

  1. 01

    Remove stems from 1 cup of kale leaves and roughly chop. Halve a ripe avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh.

  2. 02

    Place kale in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 5-6 minutes until tender and bright.

  3. 03

    Transfer kale to a blender with 2 tablespoons of steaming liquid.

  4. 04

    Add the avocado flesh to the blender.

  5. 05

    Blend on high until completely smooth; the avocado creates an incredibly creamy, rich consistency.

Gallery

Avocado & Kale Blend — photo 1
Avocado & Kale Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before storing to prevent browning. Best served fresh for vibrant color.

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

It's an energy-dense fruit, containing protein and monounsaturated fatty acids, known as healthy fats. Also a source of B vitamins, vitamin A and even some vitamin D and E. Along with minerals such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, and phosphorus.

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

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