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Red Lentil and Potato Purée — A Soft, Nourishing Meal for 6+ Months

A silky purée that brings together red lentils, potato and carrot. Easy to prepare, filling and naturally sweet, it is a lovely meal for babies starting solids from 6 months.

⏱ 30 min 🍽 2 servings 🔥 80 kcal

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse the red lentils well in a sieve until the water runs clear.

  2. 2

    Chop the potato and carrot into small pieces so they cook faster and softer.

  3. 3

    Place everything in a pot, add enough water to cover, and simmer over low heat until easily mashed with a fork (about 18-20 minutes).

  4. 4

    Remove from the heat and let cool slightly; then add the olive oil and mash or blend until smooth.

  5. 5

    If the texture is too thick for you, loosen it with boiled lukewarm water, breast milk or formula to the softness your baby enjoys.

  6. 6

    Check that it is lukewarm on your wrist before serving; offer it fresh, in a portion to be finished in one sitting.

🌱 Why is it nourishing?

Red lentils provide plant protein and iron, while potato adds a soft texture and energy. Carrot brings natural sweetness and beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A, to brighten the meal. A little olive oil adds a small amount of healthy fat that can help keep this first purée balanced.

Maiyko's note

At Maiyko we love simple, natural ingredients; may this homemade purée be a gentle start to your little one's journey with solids. Health Note: This content is for information only; make decisions about your baby's nutrition and health in consultation with your paediatrician. Introduce each new ingredient one at a time, three days apart.

Nutrition per serving

80

kcal

3 g

protein

11 g

carbs

3 g

fat

3 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.

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