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6 months+Meal

Lamb & Pea

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Lamb & Pea — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
8 min
Cook
25 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 100g boneless lamb
  • 80g frozen or fresh peas
  • 4-5 tbsp cooking liquid or water

Method

  1. 01

    Trim and cut lamb into small pieces.

  2. 02

    Simmer lamb in water for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked through and tender.

  3. 03

    Steam or boil peas for 5–6 minutes until very tender.

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly.

  5. 05

    Combine lamb and peas in a blender with 4–5 tablespoons of cooking liquid and blend until completely smooth.

Gallery

Lamb & Pea — photo 1
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How to offer

Serve warm. Peas add a bright colour and plant-based iron to this protein-rich lamb purée.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition note

Excellent source of iron (heme iron), zinc, protein, and B12. Contains selenium and healthy fats.

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

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