Capsicum Puree
Capsicum has a naturally sweet flavour that many babies enjoy. It’s a great source of vitamin C and A. This bright and colourful puree is a lovely way to add variety to your baby’s diet and introduce them to new flavours early on.
By Julia Scott, NZ Registered Dietitian · 16 April 2026
Recipe
Capsicum Puree
- Stage
- Purée
Ingredients
Batch
Method
- 1Chop 1–2 capsicums into quarters.
- 2Steam in a pot of water or in a baby food steamer until tender, around 10–12 minutes.
- 3Drain the water and blend until smooth.
- 4Spoon into ice trays and freeze.
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