Broccoli & Carrot Blend

Ingredients

• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets

Method

1. 01

   Peel and slice 2 medium carrots into rounds. Cut 1 cup of broccoli into small florets.

2. 02

   Place carrot rounds in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 4 minutes.

3. 03

   Add broccoli florets and continue steaming for another 8-9 minutes until both are very tender.

4. 04

   Transfer to a blender with 3-4 tablespoons of steaming liquid.

5. 05

   Blend on high until smooth; the natural sweetness of carrot balances the earthy brassica flavor of broccoli.

How to offer

A nutrient-packed classic combo. Serve as a main puree at meal times alongside a protein source.

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

Broccoli is typically one of the favorites to start meals with because it is so simple for babies to grasp. So that the baby may grasp the stem easily, cook and separate the florets. Broccoli is a very nutritious food and also a fantastic source of vitamin A, which promotes the health of the eyes. In addition, broccoli has fiber for a healthy digestive system, vitamin B6 and folate for growth and brain development. Broccoli is also rich in chemicals which may prevent the growth of a number of cancers.

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