Carrot & Flaxseed Purée

Name: Carrot & Flaxseed Purée
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 medium Carrot; 1/2 tsp ground Flaxseed (Linseed); tiny pinch ground Ginger

6–8 monthsPuree

5 minPrep

10 minCook

2Servings

EasyDifficulty

Smooth carrot puree with omega-3 rich ground flaxseed and a hint of ginger

Nitrate Caution: Homemade Purees

Homemade purees of spinach, beets, and carrots may contain high nitrate levels for babies under 6 months. Commercial baby food is tested for safe nitrate levels.

Source: AAP Clinical Report (2005)

Ingredients

Carrot1 medium
Flaxseed (Linseed)1/2 tsp ground
Gingeroptionaltiny pinch ground

Steps

1Peel and steam carrot until very tender
2Blend carrot until smooth
3Stir in ground flaxseed
4Add a splash of breast milk or water
5Mix in a tiny pinch of ginger
6Serve warm or at room temperature