🍲 Püre · 7+ ay
Velvety Red Lentil Purée — An Iron-Friendly, Silky First Meal for 7+ Months
A smooth purée made from split red lentils, gently cooked soft and sieved until silky, friendly in iron and plant-based protein. A light, natural and nourishing meal for 7+ month babies new to complementary feeding; its velvety texture makes spoon-feeding easier.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Red lentils (well rinsed)
- 1 - 1.5 cups Drinking water (boiled and cooled to lukewarm)
- a few drops (optional) Olive oil
Directions
- 1
Rinse the red lentils a few times until the water runs clear, then drain.
- 2
Put the lentils and drinking water in a small pot; once it boils, simmer over low heat for about 15-18 minutes until the lentils are very soft and falling apart. Skim off any foam on top.
- 3
Blend the cooked lentils, with the optional few drops of olive oil, or pass them through a fine sieve to reach a velvety-smooth texture.
- 4
If the consistency is thick, add a little of the boiled and cooled drinking water bit by bit to reach a flowing consistency suitable for your baby's age.
- 5
Let the purée cool to lukewarm; take a spoonful and check the temperature on the inside of your wrist before offering it to your baby.
- 6
Introduce red lentils as a new food on their own for 3 days; this makes it easier to observe any reactions.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Red lentils are an easy-to-digest legume rich in plant-based protein, iron and fibre, and they can gently help support your baby's iron needs during the complementary feeding period. Being split and skinless, they soften quickly and take on a smooth, velvety texture, which makes swallowing easier for babies new to spoon-feeding. Their mild, natural taste gently supports getting used to new textures. The single-ingredient preparation also makes it easier to observe any sensitivities.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we care that the first spoonfuls are plain, additive-free and natural; just like our organic cotton clothes, your baby's first meals are at their best when they are soft and pure. 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
75
kcal
5 g
protein
12 g
carbs
1 g
fat
4 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.