🍲 Püre · 8+ ay
Chickpea Purée — A Creamy, Protein-Friendly First Legume for 8+ Months
An additive-free legume purée that serves soft cooked chickpeas in a creamy texture — valuable for iron and protein — for babies aged 8 months and older.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (about 80 g) Cooked chickpeas (plain; skins removed)
- 1 teaspoon (about 3 ml) Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3-4 tablespoons Breast milk, formula or cooled boiled water, for consistency
- 1 pinch Optional fresh cumin (a tiny amount, for flavour)
Directions
- 1
Wash your hands and the bowl, spoon and worktop you will use. If the chickpeas are not cooked, soak them overnight and boil them plain, without adding anything, until very soft; if you are using ready plain chickpeas, rinse them well.
- 2
Rub off the thin skins of the chickpeas with your fingers; this makes the purée both smoother and easier to digest.
- 3
Warm the skinned chickpeas in a small pan with a little water for a few minutes so they soften thoroughly.
- 4
Transfer the chickpeas to a bowl; add the olive oil and, if you like, a tiny amount of fresh cumin. Mash with a fork or blend.
- 5
Loosen with breast milk, formula or warm boiled water until the texture is smooth and suitable for your baby's age. Make sure no lumps remain.
- 6
Bring the purée to lukewarm (body temperature); check the temperature on the inside of your wrist before serving. Prepare it fresh and offer it within the same meal. If chickpea is a new food for your baby, introduce it on its own for 3 days and watch for any reactions.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Chickpea is a valuable legume, rich in plant protein, iron and fibre, and it adds lovely variety alongside the vegetables and fruits in your baby's complementary feeding period. With the skins removed and thoroughly mashed, it takes on a creamy, soft texture and is easy to digest. The added teaspoon of extra-virgin olive oil gives a silky texture and can also contribute to the intake of healthy fats.
Maiyko's note
Legumes can be a little demanding on some babies' digestion at first, so introducing chickpea in a small portion and without rushing makes for a gentle start. At Maiyko, we bring the same care we give to the organic cotton that touches your baby's skin to making sure the ingredients that reach their plate are natural and safe. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes; please make decisions about your baby's nutrition and health in consultation with your pediatrician.
Nutrition per serving
72
kcal
2 g
protein
10 g
carbs
3 g
fat
2 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.