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6 months+ · Meal

Broccoli & Cauliflower Blend

Broccoli & Cauliflower Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich

Ingredients

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets

Method

  1. 01

    Wash and cut 1 cup of broccoli florets and 1 cup of cauliflower florets into small, even pieces.

  2. 02

    Place florets in a steamer basket set over a pot of boiling water.

  3. 03

    Cover and steam for 10-12 minutes until both are very tender when pierced with a fork.

  4. 04

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

  5. 05

    Blend until silky smooth, adjusting liquid to reach a thin puree consistency suitable for beginners.

Gallery

Broccoli & Cauliflower Blend — photo 1
Broccoli & Cauliflower Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Mix with a small amount of breast milk or formula to thin further for very early eaters.

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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