BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Green Bean Puree

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

Ingredients

  • 100g fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed
  • Breast milk, formula, or water (for consistency)

Method

  1. 01

    Wash the green beans, trim the ends, and cut into smaller pieces.

  2. 02

    Steam over boiling water for 8-10 minutes until completely tender.

  3. 03

    Transfer to a blender or food processor.

  4. 04

    Blend until smooth, adding breast milk, formula, or water gradually to reach a silky consistency.

  5. 05

    For a very smooth result, press through a fine mesh sieve to remove any fibrous bits.

  6. 06

    Let cool before serving.

Gallery

Green Bean Puree — photo 1
Green Bean Puree — photo 2

How to offer

Serve in a small bowl with a soft spoon. Mix with a sweeter puree like sweet potato if your baby is reluctant to try.

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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