BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Snack

Grapefruit Segments (Membrane Removed)

Grapefruit Segments (Membrane Removed) — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free

Ingredients

  • 1/2 grapefruit

Method

  1. 01

    Peel the grapefruit and separate into individual segments.

  2. 02

    Use a small sharp knife to carefully cut away the membrane (pith) from each segment.

  3. 03

    Remove any seeds from the segments.

  4. 04

    The segments should now be soft, juicy flesh without any tough membrane.

  5. 05

    Serve immediately — grapefruit has a tart flavour baby may find surprising at first.

Gallery

Grapefruit Segments (Membrane Removed) — photo 1
Grapefruit Segments (Membrane Removed) — photo 2

How to offer

Place 2–3 membrane-free grapefruit segments on the high chair tray. The tart flavour is a great palate experience. Always remove membrane to prevent choking. Supervise closely.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.