Get the recipe: Spoon-Worthy Pea Baby Puree (Stage One)
Say hello to one of the greenest (and most delicious!) first foods for baby—this smooth Pea Puree with mint! Lightly steamed sweet peas are blended with a hint of mint, making for a simple, flavorful combo that’s anything but boring.
Ingredients
- 2 cups peas, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup zucchini, roughly chopped (optional)
- 4 mint leaves, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Steam: In a medium saucepan, bring 2″ of water to a boil over medium heat. Place the zucchini in a steamer basket, and place over boiling water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes.
- Add Peas: Add in the peas, and steam for an additional 3-5 minutes. Reserve steamer water. Let cool slightly.
- Blend: Add the zucchini, peas and mint leaves to a blender or food processor and puree for 1 minute or until you have achieved the desired texture. If the puree is too thick, add in 1/4 cup of the reserved steamer water until you have the right consistency.
- Serve: let cool and serve to your baby or freeze for a later meal.
Notes
Age: 6 months and up
Yield: 15 ounces
Note on Zucchini: while this is a 2-vegetable starter puree, zucchini allergies are very low, so I added it to this recipe to give the peas a mild taste and smoother texture. You can completely leave them out if you prefer. Just steam the peas as directed.
Additional Spices: instead of the mint, feel free to use a splash of lemon or lime juice, 1/2 tsp coconut oil, 1 tsp chopped basil, 1 tsp chopped parsley or 1/4 tsp fresh ginger.
Storage: Fridge – store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freezer – can be frozen for up to 4 months.
More Cooking Options:
BEABA Babycook: To make this puree with a Babycook, place 2 cups of peas into the stainless steel steamer basket and place the basket into the glass container, closing the lid. Fill the reservoir tank to a level 3, close and lock the lid. Hit the steam button and let the machine do its magic. Once steamed, transfer the peas into the glass container, leaving the water. Add in a pinch of fresh mint, if using. Close the lid, and hit the blend button for 1 minute or until the puree is smooth.
Skillet: In a medium skillet, add 2 cups of frozen peas. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring often. Puree in a blender as directed below.
Boiling: Place 2 cups of peas in a medium saucepan, add enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Puree in a blender as directed below. Note that boiling will leach some nutrients from the peas into the water, so steaming or using a skillet is preferred. If you need liquid to thin out the puree, use some of the leftover water.
Serving: 1ounce, Calories: 15kcal, Carbohydrates: 2.9g, Protein: 1.1g, Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 1mg, Potassium: 57mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1.2g, Calcium: 5mg
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