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Green Bean & Cauliflower Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

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

Ingredients

  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets

Method

  1. 01

    Trim and cut 1 cup of green beans into 1-inch pieces. Cut 1 cup of cauliflower into small florets.

  2. 02

    Place cauliflower florets in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 3 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add green bean pieces and continue steaming for another 8-9 minutes until both are completely tender.

  4. 04

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

  5. 05

    Blend on high until smooth; the cauliflower creates a naturally creamy base for this mild green blend.

Gallery

Green Bean & Cauliflower Blend — photo 1
Green Bean & Cauliflower Blend — photo 2

How to offer

A mild, gentle blend perfect for babies new to vegetables. Mix with a favorite puree if baby needs encouragement.

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, vitamin K, and vitamin C. Contains folate and some protein. Low in calories.

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

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