BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Lentil & Spinach

Lentil & Spinach — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup red lentils
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup packed fresh baby spinach

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse 1/4 cup red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 02

    Cook lentils in 1 cup of water for 15-18 minutes until completely soft.

  3. 03

    In the last 2 minutes of cooking, stir in a large handful (about 1 cup packed) of fresh baby spinach and allow it to wilt.

  4. 04

    Blend everything together until smooth, adding water as needed. The spinach turns this a vibrant green colour.

Gallery

Lentil & Spinach — photo 1
Lentil & Spinach — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm as a smooth green puree. This iron-rich combination is excellent for meeting baby's increased iron needs from 6 months.

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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