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6 months+Meal

Spinach & Potato Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

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

Ingredients

  • 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves

Method

  1. 01

    Peel and cube 1 medium potato into 1-inch pieces. Wash 1 cup of fresh spinach leaves.

  2. 02

    Place potato cubes in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 10 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add spinach leaves on top and continue steaming for another 3-4 minutes until potato is tender and spinach is wilted.

  4. 04

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

  5. 05

    Blend until smooth and creamy green; the potato creates a rich, filling base for this iron-packed blend.

Gallery

Spinach & Potato Blend — photo 1
Spinach & Potato Blend — photo 2

How to offer

A filling and iron-rich meal. The creamy potato makes spinach very approachable for 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.

Nutrition note

High in iron, which is crucial for healthy blood and energy levels. Also, a good source of vitamin A, C, and folates.

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

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