Carrot & Ginger Puree

Name: Carrot & Ginger Puree
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 3 medium Carrot; 1/4 tsp grated Ginger

6–8 monthsPuree

10 minPrep

15 minCook

3Servings

MediumDifficulty

Warming puree with sweet carrots and a tiny hint of fresh ginger for gentle digestion support.

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

Carrot3 medium
Ginger1/4 tsp grated

Steps

1Peel and slice 3 medium carrots into rounds.
2Steam carrots for 12–⁠15 minutes until very tender.
3Peel a tiny piece of fresh ginger (about 1/4 teaspoon grated).
4Add ginger to the steamer for the last 2 minutes.
5Transfer carrots and ginger to a blender.
6Add 3–⁠4 tablespoons of steaming liquid.
7Blend until very smooth.
8Taste — the ginger should be barely noticeable.