Barley & Banana
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pearl barley
- 1.5 cups water
- 1/2 ripe banana
Method
- 01
Rinse pearl barley under cold water.
- 02
Cook barley in 1.5 cups of water over medium-low heat for 25–30 minutes until completely tender.
- 03
Peel a ripe banana and mash thoroughly with a fork until no lumps remain.
- 04
Stir mashed banana into the cooked barley and mix until evenly combined. Add a little water if needed to reach desired consistency. Serve warm.
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How to offer
Serve warm or at room temperature. Banana adds creaminess and natural sweetness to the hearty barley.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Not recommended for freezing once mixed with banana.
Nutrition note
Excellent source of fiber, particularly beta-glucan which supports heart health and digestion. Rich in selenium, manganese, and B vitamins.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
