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Corn & Tomato Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Corn & Tomato Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, quartered

Method

  1. 01

    Measure 1 cup of corn kernels and core and quarter 2 medium ripe tomatoes.

  2. 02

    Place corn kernels in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 5 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add tomato quarters and continue steaming for another 4-5 minutes until corn is tender and tomatoes are soft.

  4. 04

    Transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.

  5. 05

    Pass through a fine mesh strainer to remove corn skins and tomato seeds for a silky, smooth puree.

Gallery

Corn & Tomato Blend — photo 1
Corn & Tomato Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Straining is key for this blend. The sweet corn and tangy tomato create a naturally flavorful puree with no added salt needed.

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

Good source of fiber and B vitamins. Contains antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin. Provides energy from carbohydrates.

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer

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