Steamed Green Beans
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 3 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup green beans
Method
- 01
Wash green beans and trim the tough stem ends.
- 02
Place a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water.
- 03
Add the green beans to the steamer basket and cover.
- 04
Steam for 8–10 minutes until very tender and easily squished.
- 05
Cool slightly and serve whole — the long shape is perfect for self-feeding.
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How to offer
Place 4–5 green beans on the high chair tray. Their natural length is ideal for babies to grasp. Supervise closely and ensure they are very soft before offering — not crunchy.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition note
Good source of fiber, vitamin K, and vitamin C. Contains folate and some protein. Low in calories.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
