Sweet Potato & Spinach Tots

Ingredients

• 1 medium sweet potato
• 1/2 cup fresh spinach
• 1 egg

Method

1. 01

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 02

   Cook and mash sweet potato until very smooth, then squeeze out excess moisture.

3. 03

   Wilt spinach in a pan, squeeze out all water, and chop very finely.

4. 04

   Mix mashed sweet potato, chopped spinach, and a beaten egg until combined.

5. 05

   Shape into small oval tots, place on the baking sheet, and bake for 18–20 minutes, turning once, until firm and golden.

How to offer

Place 3–4 tots on the high chair tray. They are the perfect size for a pincer grasp. Supervise closely and break one open to check they are soft inside before offering.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition note

The healthiest type of potatoes are sweet potatoes, which are rich in vitamins A, C, E, and B as well as fiber, calcium, iron, phosphorus, and potassium. A wide variety of minerals can be found in sweet potatoes, which are particularly rich in beta-carotene, which the body uses to make vitamin A, which is essential for a baby's healthy development of the immune system, skin, and eyes. Additionally, sweet potatoes provide fiber to help healthy digestion and a thriving vitamin B6 for brain development.

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