Iron-Rich Lentil, Spinach & Lemon Puree
A power-packed green puree. The lemon juice not only adds a fresh zing but is scientifically essential to help your baby absorb the iron from the lentils and spinach.
Ingredients
- 50 grams Red Lentils
- 1 cup Fresh Spinach
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold running water.
- Place lentils in a small pot with 1.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-18 minutes until soft and mushy.
- In the last 2 minutes of cooking the lentils, place the fresh spinach leaves on top of the lentils in the pot and cover with a lid to let them steam-wilt.
- Transfer the lentils and wilted spinach to a blender.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil.
- Blend until completely smooth. If the texture is too thick, add a tablespoon of breast milk, formula, or the cooking water.
- Allow to cool and serve. The lemon helps keep the spinach from tasting too 'metallic' for new palates.
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