Beetroot & Potato Blend
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 8 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1 medium beet, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
Method
- 01
Peel and cube 1 medium beet and 1 medium potato into 1-inch pieces.
- 02
Place potato cubes in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 5 minutes.
- 03
Add beet cubes and continue steaming for another 14-16 minutes until both are completely tender.
- 04
Transfer to a blender and add 3-4 tablespoons of steaming liquid.
- 05
Blend on high until smooth and vibrant pink-purple, adding liquid as needed.
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How to offer
Don't worry about pink-tinted stools — that's normal after eating beets! Serve in small portions at first.
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 has antioxidants and is an excellent source of minerals like potassium, copper, and iron as well as B vitamins. Uncooked beets can soften stool, however cooked beets can bind it. Additionally, beets include phenols, carotenoids, and numerous other plant components that promote cellular health and function as antioxidants.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
