Red Bell Pepper Baby Puree
A smooth and naturally sweet puree made with red bell pepper, sweet potato, and fruits, perfect for introducing solid foods to babies.
Ingredients
Vegetables & Fruit
- 1 piece red bell pepper, seeded and roasted or steamed
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cooked
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and cooked or soft
- 1 piece ripe banana
Protein
- 1/2 cup cooked lentils, well-cooked and soft
Liquid
- Water, breast milk, or formula to thin as needed
Instructions
Preparation
- Roast or steam the red bell pepper until soft, then remove the skin and seeds.
- Cook the sweet potato until tender (bake, steam, or microwave).
Blending
- Blend the roasted bell pepper, sweet potato, cooked lentils, banana, and apple together until smooth.
- Add water or breast milk to thin to desired consistency.
Serving
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
This puree is freezer-friendly; portion into ice cube trays for single-serving frozen cubes. Reheat gently before serving. Adjust thickness gradually using liquids.