Tuna & Barley
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 12 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 35 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 60g canned tuna in water (low sodium), drained and rinsed
- 40g pearl barley
- Water for cooking
Method
- 01
Cook pearl barley in unsalted water for 25–30 minutes until very soft and tender.
- 02
Drain a can of low-sodium tuna in water and rinse well to reduce sodium content.
- 03
Blend cooked barley and tuna with a little water to a smooth puree or chunky mash appropriate for your 12-month-old.
- 04
Cool before serving; limit tuna to once per week due to mercury content.
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How to offer
Barley adds fibre and a hearty texture; serve as a mash for older babies.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Do not freeze fish purees with dairy.
Nutrition note
Excellent source of protein and omega-3s. Contains selenium and B vitamins. Good iron source.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
