Baby-Friendly Thai Coconut Rice with Vegetables
A gentle and nutritious Thai-inspired coconut rice dish with soft vegetables, perfect for babies and toddlers. Mild flavors, creamy texture, and easy to digest.
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220 calories
$5.5 per serving
$25 min
4 servings
baby-toddler, thai cuisine
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup finely diced carrots
- 1/2 cup finely diced zucchini
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- 1.Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2.In a medium pot, heat olive oil over low heat and sauté the onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- 3.Add the carrots and zucchini, cooking for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- 4.Add the rice, coconut milk, and water. Stir to combine.
- 5.Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is soft and creamy.
- 6.Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition Information
7g
fat
34g
carbs
3g
fiber
4g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is healthy because it uses wholesome rice, coconut milk, and soft vegetables that provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals while keeping flavors mild and baby-friendly.