Get the recipe: Cauliflower Baby Food: Puree & Baby-Led Weaning
Cauliflower for baby? Absolutely! While it may not be the very first veggie you think to serve, this humble little floret can shine with the right flavors. Pair it with a sprinkle of paprika, cumin, or even garam masala, and suddenly cauliflower baby food goes from “meh” to yum! It’s a great option for babies 6+ months -whether you’re serving it as a puree or as part of baby-led weaning.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1/8 tsp paprika (see notes)
Instructions
- Steam: In a medium saucepan, bring 2″ of water to a boil over medium heat. Place the cauliflower into a steamer basket, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Reserve steamer water. Let cool slightly.
- For Baby Puree: Place the cooked cauliflower into a blender or food processor and add a pinch of paprika, or any spice/herb you are using. Turn on the blender or food processor and puree for 1-2 minutes on medium. If the puree is too thick, add 1/4 cup of the reserved liquid at a time, until you achieve desired consistency.
- For Baby-Led Weaning: serve to your baby in an age-appropriate way - either in bigger florets or chopped into smaller pieces. You can also puree or mash the cauliflower and serve to your baby on a self-feeding spoon.
Notes
Age: 6+ months
Storage: you can store the cauliflower puree in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months. You can store the cauliflower pieces in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Spices/Herbs: Adding spices to your baby’s foods is a great way to introduce more complex flavors at an early age. Some great spices and herbs to add to cooked cauliflower are a pinch of mild curry, garlic powder, and cumin or you can add in a pinch of chopped fresh parsley, chives, mint, and cilantro.
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