BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Cabbage & Apple Blend

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

Ingredients

  • 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced

Method

  1. 01

    Shred 1 cup of green cabbage and peel, core, and dice 1 medium apple into 1-inch pieces.

  2. 02

    Place apple pieces in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 3 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add shredded cabbage and continue steaming for another 8-10 minutes until both are completely soft.

  4. 04

    Transfer to a blender with 2-3 tablespoons of steaming liquid.

  5. 05

    Blend until smooth and fragrant, adjusting with extra liquid if needed for a flowing puree.

Gallery

Cabbage & Apple Blend — photo 1
Cabbage & Apple Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Apple's natural sweetness beautifully balances cabbage. A surprising but tasty combination for babies exploring new flavors.

Storage

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