BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Black Bean & Millet

Black Bean & Millet — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons millet
  • 1/4 cup water (for millet)
  • 1/2 cup cooked or canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • Additional water as needed

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse 2 tablespoons of millet under cold water. Cook in 1/4 cup of water in a small saucepan over low heat for 15-20 minutes until tender and fluffy.

  2. 02

    If using canned black beans, drain and rinse well. If using dried, soak overnight then simmer 60-90 minutes until very soft; drain.

  3. 03

    Combine 1/2 cup cooked black beans with the cooked millet in a blender.

  4. 04

    Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach a creamy, spoonable puree.

Gallery

Black Bean & Millet — photo 1
Black Bean & Millet — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm as a smooth puree. Millet is a naturally gluten-free grain that pairs well with black beans.

Storage

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

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