BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Steamed Green Beans

Steamed Green Beans — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
3 min
Cook
10 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich

Ingredients

  • 1 cup green beans

Method

  1. 01

    Wash green beans and trim the tough stem ends.

  2. 02

    Place a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water.

  3. 03

    Add the green beans to the steamer basket and cover.

  4. 04

    Steam for 8–10 minutes until very tender and easily squished.

  5. 05

    Cool slightly and serve whole — the long shape is perfect for self-feeding.

Gallery

Steamed Green Beans — photo 1
Steamed Green Beans — photo 2

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.

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