BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Turnip Puree

Turnip Puree — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich

Ingredients

  • 1 medium turnip (about 200g)
  • 3–4 tablespoons reserved steaming water

Method

  1. 01

    Wash and peel the turnip, removing the outer skin and any tough spots.

  2. 02

    Cut the turnip into small, even cubes of about 1 inch to ensure even cooking.

  3. 03

    Place in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender.

  4. 04

    Transfer the steamed turnip to a blender with 3–4 tablespoons of the steaming liquid.

  5. 05

    Blend until silky smooth. Taste for texture — blend longer or add more water if needed. Serve at an appropriate temperature.

Gallery

Turnip Puree — photo 1
Turnip Puree — photo 2

How to offer

Mix with sweeter vegetables like carrot or parsnip to offset the mild bitterness. Serve on a preloaded spoon.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.