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Turkey & Zucchini

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

Ingredients

  • 80g ground turkey
  • 1 medium zucchini (about 120g)
  • 3-4 tbsp water

Method

  1. 01

    Wash and slice zucchini into rounds.

  2. 02

    Steam zucchini for 6–8 minutes until very soft.

  3. 03

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

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly.

  5. 05

    Combine turkey and zucchini in a blender, add 3–4 tablespoons of water, and blend until smooth.

Gallery

Turkey & Zucchini — photo 1
Turkey & Zucchini — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm. Zucchini has a very mild flavour and high water content, making this purée light and easy to eat.

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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