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Turkey & Quinoa

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  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Turkey & Quinoa — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 80g ground turkey
  • 40g quinoa (uncooked)
  • 3-4 tbsp water

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse quinoa well under cold water.

  2. 02

    Cook quinoa in double the amount of water for 15 minutes until fluffy.

  3. 03

    Cook ground turkey in a pan over medium heat until fully cooked through.

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly.

  5. 05

    Combine turkey and quinoa in a blender with 3–4 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.

Gallery

Turkey & Quinoa — photo 1
Turkey & Quinoa — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm. Quinoa is a complete protein grain, making this one of the most protein-rich combinations for baby.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition note

Excellent source of protein and B vitamins, especially B6 and B12. Contains selenium, zinc, and tryptophan.

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

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