Beetroot puree
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This root vegetable can be introduced in your baby’s diet around 8-10 months of age. Initially, you may need to feed your baby by making a simple puree like the one shown in this recipe and then later, provide beet as finger foods, or include in recipes with other ingredients like rice, khichdi etc. Your child is bound to get attracted by the lovely red color of beetroot.
| Serves | Preparation Time | Cooking Time |
| 2 People | 5 Minutes | 15 Minutes |
Ingredients
- 1 fresh medium beet
Method
Step 1
Wash and then peel the beet.
Step 2
Cut off the tops and then cut the beets into small chunks.
Step 3
Place chunks into a steamer pan with just enough water visible through the steamer basket. You can even pressure cook them till 2-3 whistles.
Step 4
Steam until tender.
Step 5
Discard any left over water as nitrates may seep into the cooking water.
Step 6
Place into a blender or a food processor and begin pureeing.
Step 7
Add water as necessary to achieve a smooth, thin consistency.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 1/2 cup slices (85 g)
| Calories | 37 | Calories from Fat | 1 |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g 0% | Saturated Fat | 0 g 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg 0% | Sodium | 242 mg 10% |
| Potassium | 259.25 mg 7% | Carbohydrates | 8.5 g 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g 7% | Sugars | 6.8 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | Vitamin A | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5% | Calcium | 1% |
| Iron | 4% |
*Based on a 2000 calorie diet.
