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Watermelon & Strawberry Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Watermelon & Strawberry Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 9-month-old baby
Age
9 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
—
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup seedless watermelon (rind removed, cubed)
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (hulled)

Method

  1. 01

    Remove the rind from 1 cup seedless watermelon and cut the flesh into chunks.

  2. 02

    Hull and wash 1/2 cup fresh ripe strawberries and slice in half.

  3. 03

    Combine watermelon and strawberries in a blender and blend until completely smooth.

  4. 04

    Serve immediately — no cooking needed. This blend is very liquid so it can also be served as a drink for older babies.

Gallery

Watermelon & Strawberry Blend — photo 1
Watermelon & Strawberry Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Serve chilled by the spoonful or let older babies drink from a straw cup. Refreshing and hydrating for warm days.

Storage

Best served fresh. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Not recommended for freezing.

Nutrition note

Excellent for hydration (92% water). Contains lycopene, vitamin C, and vitamin A. Low in calories.

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

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