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

Prawn and Avocado Boats

Name: Prawn and Avocado Boats
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 avocado; 100g cooked prawns; Squeeze of lime; Fresh coriander

Protein-rich boats with healthy fats

Ages: 12 months+
Time: About 15 min
Serves: 2

Omega-3 rich

Ingredients

1 avocado
100g cooked prawns
Squeeze of lime
Fresh coriander

Food guides for this recipe

Avocado
Shrimp

Method

1
Halve avocado and remove pit
2
Chop prawns
3
Mix with lime and coriander
4
Fill avocado halves
5
Serve immediately

Contains common allergens

Shellfish

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

This guide is based on published guidance from:

AAP (HealthyChildren.org): Starting Solid Foods
ASCIA: How to introduce solid foods to babies for allergy prevention
FDA/EPA: Advice about Eating Fish
USDA/HHS: Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025–2030

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