Green Bean Puree: Baby Food Recipe
My green bean puree baby food recipe has a smooth, creamy texture, ideal for 6-month-old babies! It's the perfect baby starter food that's full of healthy nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and takes just 15 minutes to prepare using a package of green beans and water.
Servings: 32 ounces
Calories: 23kcal
Ingredients
- 32 oz bags organic frozen green beans 2 (16 oz) bags
- 6 oz Water for pureeing use as much as you need for the consistency you want! start with 6oz and work your way up.
Instructions
- Place the green beans in a steamer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender.
- Drain green beans and place in blender with water.
- Puree until smooth.
- Pour into ice cube trays, allow to cool, wrap/cover, and freeze.
- Thaw in the fridge the night before use, or thaw by putting the ice cube in a bowl over a bowl of hot water on the counter to defrost.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for making Green Bean Puree Baby Food is to blend the green beans long enough so the puree comes out completely smooth. I learned this when my little one was starting solids, because a chunky texture made it harder for them to eat and enjoy. I always let the blender run a little longer, stopping once or twice to scrape the sides, until it looks silky and creamy.
- Frozen green beans: I often use frozen green beans because it saves me time in the kitchen. They still make a smooth and tasty puree for my baby.
- Organic green beans: I like to choose organic green beans so my baby is not exposed to extra pesticides. It gives me peace of mind when making homemade baby food.
- Water for blending: I never use the same water I steamed the beans in, instead I use filtered water. If I boil the beans, I use that water for blending since it holds some of the nutrients.
- Thawing baby food: When I need frozen cubes, I move them to the fridge the night before so they are ready the next day. If I am rushed, I microwave them in short bursts but I always check carefully so they are not too hot.
- Introducing new foods: I only introduce one new food every two days to watch how my baby reacts. This helps me spot any allergies before trying something new.
Nutrition
Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 522IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg