Something that was a struggle for meal times when my little guy was around 8 months old was giving him green veggies. He hated them! Sweet potato? Yes. Apples? Absolutely. But peas or green beans? No way! He would literally spit it out. It was so frustrating!
Thankfully, this Peas & Avocado Baby Food Recipe seems to have changed the way he feels about green vegetables and he now LOVES them! Make this easy recipe in about 10-15 minutes and refrigerate or freeze. Your little one will love it!
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How to make this Sweet Potato & Green Bean Baby Food Recipe
Steam the peas
Using a baby food maker or steaming basket, steam the peas for about 10-15 minutes (or until soft).
Mash the avocado
While the peas are steaming, peel and cut the avocado into small cubes. Mash in a small bowl.
Blend into a puree
Combine the steamed peas and fresh, mashed avocado in a blender and blend into a puree. Add water or breast milk to achieve the desired consistency.
Serve fresh or store for later
Serve fresh or store in airtight baby food containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or the freezer for up to 3 months!
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Peas & Avocado Baby Food Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1 avocado (medium)
Instructions
- Steam the peas for about 10-15 minutes (or until soft).
- Peel, cut, and mash the avocado.
- Blend the peas and avocado together to create a puree.
- Mix in water or breast milk to create the desired consistency.
- Serve fresh or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and the freezer for up to 3 months!
Jessi says:
Hello – Did this brown when freezing? Just wondering since avocado seems to brown once mashed.
Thanks!
Christine McMichael replied:
It browned a very small amount, but not a lot! The taste was still fresh as it thawed. Hope your little one enjoys the recipe!