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6 months+

Avocado Puree

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Avocado Puree — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
—
Difficulty
—

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Breast milk, formula, or water (optional, for consistency)

Method

  1. 01

    Wash the avocado, cut it in half, and remove the pit.

  2. 02

    Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and transfer it to a bowl.

  3. 03

    Mash the avocado with a fork or blend until smooth.

  4. 04

    Add breast milk, formula, or water gradually to achieve your desired consistency.

  5. 05

    Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

How to offer

Serve in a bowl. Can also be offered as small pieces for baby-led weaning.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume immediately (you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning).

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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