Get the recipe: How to Serve Quiona for Baby-Led Weaning
Learn how to serve quinoa for baby-led weaning with our helpful guide. In addition to being a complete protein, quinoa is full of essential nutrients and fiber. It's perfect for boosting immune function and supporting healthy development in babies and toddlers. Great for 6+ months.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry quiona
- 2 cups water
- Mix-Ins, such as 2 tbsp ripe avocado, yogurt, ricotta, or cooked oatmeal
Instructions
- Place the quinoa into a fine mesh calendar. Rinse until the water runs clear.
- Add the rinsed quinoa into a small saucepan and add water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, covered. Fluff with a fork and serve.
- For make a puree - add at least 1/2 cup of quinoa to a blender and puree for 1-2 minutes, adding water in 1/4 cup increments, if needed.
- To serve to babies, mash quinoa with a tablespoon of avocado, yogurt or cooked oatmeal and serve on a self-feeding spoon. Or serve the puree to baby on a self-feeding spoon.
Notes
Age: 6+ months
Spices: Adding spices to your baby’s foods is a great way to introduce more complex flavors at an early age. Depending on the particular dish you're making, adding a little bit of cumin, paprika, cinnamon, garlic or curry powder can really enhance the flavor of quinoa.
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