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

Steamed Broccoli Trees

Name: Steamed Broccoli Trees
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 head of broccoli; Water for steaming; Olive oil (optional); Lemon juice (optional)

Natural handles make broccoli perfect for self-feeding, packed with iron and vitamin C

Ages: 6–9 months, 9–12 months, 12 months+
Time: About 15 min
Serves: 2

Iron rich
Vegan
Gluten free

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

1 head of broccoli
Water for steaming
Olive oil (optional)
Lemon juice (optional)

Food guides for this recipe

Method

1
Cut broccoli into large florets with long stems for handles
2
Steam for 8-10 minutes until very tender
3
Test by squishing between fingers - should mash easily
4
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon if desired
5
Let cool to safe temperature
6
Serve as finger food 'trees'

Sources

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