Broccoli for Baby-Led Weaning
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Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
25m
This recipe provides four different delicious and healthy ways to prepare broccoli for baby-led weaning. From steamed broccoli with lemon to broccoli ricotta mash and broccoli cheese egg muffins, to roasted broccoli with garlic, there are options to suit every little one's taste buds and help them develop a love for veggies.
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Ingredients
Servings:
4
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Steamed Broccoli With Lemon
Broccoli Ricotta Mash
Broccoli Cheese Egg Muffins
Roasted Broccoli With Garlic
Steps
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In a medium saucepan, bring 2" of water to a boil over high heat. Add a steamer basket with the broccoli florest. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender when pricked with a fork. Remove from heat, and let cool.Squeeze the lemon juice on the broccoli and toss.
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In a small bowl, mix together the steamed broccoli and ricotta until well incorporated.
3
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line 8 muffin tins with silicon muffin molds or generously spray to prevent sticking.In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together. Add in the broccoli, cheese and stir until combined.Pour the egg mixture into the muffin tins until 3/4 the way full.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until eggs have set and the cheese is golden brown.Let cool and serve.
4
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, silicon mat. or spray with cooking sprayPlace the broccoli florets onto the baking sheet. Drizzle the broccoli with the oil and sprinkle with the garlic. Toss until everything is well coated. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 20 minutes or until tender when pricked with a fork. Let cool and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories252kcal
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Fat16g
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Saturated Fat6g
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Carbohydrates8g
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Fiber3g
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Sugar3g
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Protein16g
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Cholesterol316mg
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Sodium361mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.