BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Pea & Corn Blend

Pea & Corn Blend — 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

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen

Method

  1. 01

    Measure out 1 cup of frozen or fresh peas and 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or cut from the cob).

  2. 02

    Place peas and corn in a steamer basket over boiling water.

  3. 03

    Steam for 8-10 minutes until peas are bright green and corn is tender.

  4. 04

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

  5. 05

    Blend until smooth, then pass through a fine mesh sieve to remove any tough corn or pea skins for a silky texture.

Gallery

Pea & Corn Blend — photo 1
Pea & Corn Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Straining through a sieve gives this blend a smooth texture perfect for younger babies.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.

Related recipes