Sunshine Lentil & Sweet Potato Mash
A vibrant, nutrient-dense mash perfect for introducing babies and toddlers to legumes and vegetables. Its creamy texture and natural sweetness make it an instant favorite.

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679 calories
$2 par portion
$25 min
4 portions
baby-toddler, any cuisine
Ingrédients
- 15ml olive oil
- 50g mild onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 200g sweet potato, peeled and small-diced
- 100g red lentils, rinsed
- 400ml water or unsalted vegetable broth
- 50g fresh spinach
Disponible pour les membres NutriPro.
Instructions
- 1.In a small pot, gently heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- 2.Add the diced sweet potato and rinsed red lentils to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
- 3.Pour in the water or unsalted broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the lentils and sweet potatoes are very tender.
- 4.Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh spinach and cover the pot for 2 minutes to allow the spinach to wilt from the residual heat.
- 5.Allow the mixture to cool slightly. Using an immersion blender or a standard blender, process the mixture to your desired consistency – a smooth purée for younger babies or a slightly chunky mash for toddlers.
Informations nutritionnelles
15g
fat
105g
carbs
17g
fiber
30g
protein
Pourquoi cette recette
This recipe is a nutritional powerhouse for growth, providing plant-based protein from lentils for development, vitamin A from sweet potatoes for immunity, and high fiber for healthy digestion. A perfectly balanced, gentle first meal.
