Split Pea & Beetroot

Ingredients

• 1 small beetroot (about 80g), peeled and diced
• 1/4 cup red split peas
• 1 cup water

Method

1. 01

   Peel and dice 1 small beetroot. Boil or steam for 20-25 minutes until tender (or use pre-cooked plain beetroot with no added salt).

2. 02

   Meanwhile, rinse 1/4 cup red split peas and simmer in 1 cup of water for 20-25 minutes until very soft.

3. 03

   Combine the cooked beetroot and split peas in a blender.

4. 04

   Blend until smooth, adding water as needed. The result is a vibrant magenta-coloured puree.

How to offer

Serve warm as a striking deep-pink smooth puree. Warn parents that beetroot can colour urine and stools pink — this is normal.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months. Note: beetroot may temporarily colour baby's stool pink.

Nutrition note

It has antioxidants and is an excellent source of minerals like potassium, copper, and iron as well as B vitamins. Uncooked beets can soften stool, however cooked beets can bind it. Additionally, beets include phenols, carotenoids, and numerous other plant components that promote cellular health and function as antioxidants.

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