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Strawberry & Kiwi Blend

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  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Strawberry & Kiwi Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 9-month-old baby
Age
9 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
—
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh ripe strawberries (hulled)
  • 2 ripe kiwis (peeled, chopped)

Method

  1. 01

    Hull and wash 1 cup fresh ripe strawberries and halve them.

  2. 02

    Peel 2 ripe kiwis and cut into chunks.

  3. 03

    Combine the strawberries and kiwi in a blender and blend until completely smooth. No cooking needed when both fruits are ripe.

  4. 04

    Pass through a fine mesh sieve if a smoother texture is preferred, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Gallery

Strawberry & Kiwi Blend — photo 1
Strawberry & Kiwi Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Serve chilled or at room temperature by the spoonful. This vitamin C-packed blend is bright and refreshing.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.

Nutrition note

Vitamin C, which is abundant in strawberries and helps babies' bodies absorb iron from plant-based diets, boosts immunity. Also rich in antioxidants, fiber and vitamin B9. The fruit also has folate, which supports a baby's metabolism, cell energy, and antioxidant activity, and fiber, which supports a healthy gut.

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

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