BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Cannellini Bean & Cauliflower

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

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 cup cooked or canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • Water or breast milk/formula as needed

Method

  1. 01

    Cut 1 cup of cauliflower into small florets. Steam for 8-10 minutes until very tender.

  2. 02

    If using canned cannellini beans, drain and rinse well. If using dried, soak overnight then simmer 60-75 minutes until tender; drain.

  3. 03

    Combine the steamed cauliflower with 1/2 cup cooked cannellini beans in a blender.

  4. 04

    Blend until completely smooth and creamy, adding water or breast milk/formula as needed for the desired consistency.

Gallery

Cannellini Bean & Cauliflower — photo 1
Cannellini Bean & Cauliflower — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm as a velvety white puree. Both cannellini beans and cauliflower are mild, creamy, and easy to digest.

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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