General information, not medical advice. Talk to your pediatrician before starting solids or allergens.

Cheese Quesadilla Triangles, watercolor illustration
Lunch

Cheese Quesadilla Triangles

Quick lunch option with protein and healthy fats

Ages
9–12 months, 12 months+
Time
About 10 min
Serves
2
  • Vegetarian

For babies under 12 months, serve without added salt, sugar or honey, and cut or mash food to suit your baby’s age (see each food’s guide below).

Ingredients

  • 2 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/4 avocado, mashed
  • 2 tbsp black beans, mashed (optional)

Method

  1. 1

    Place one tortilla in pan

  2. 2

    Spread with mashed avocado and beans

  3. 3

    Sprinkle cheese over half

  4. 4

    Fold tortilla in half

  5. 5

    Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden

  6. 6

    Cool and cut into small triangles

  7. 7

    Ensure cheese is melted but not too hot

Contains common allergens

Introduce allergens one at a time, starting with single ingredients. If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before introducing allergens.

Sources

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