BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Pea & Zucchini Blend

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

Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen

Method

  1. 01

    Slice 1 medium zucchini into half-inch rounds. Measure 1 cup of fresh or frozen peas.

  2. 02

    Place zucchini rounds in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 3 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add peas and continue steaming for another 4-5 minutes until zucchini is tender and peas are bright green.

  4. 04

    Transfer to a blender with 2-3 tablespoons of steaming liquid.

  5. 05

    Blend on high until completely smooth and vibrant green, adjusting liquid to reach desired consistency.

Gallery

Pea & Zucchini Blend — photo 1
Pea & Zucchini Blend — photo 2

How to offer

A light, fresh-tasting puree perfect for warmer months. The zucchini adds a gentle creaminess to sweet green peas.

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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