Carrot Puree
Carrot is a classic first food for babies thanks to its naturally sweet flavour. This simple puree is easy to make and freezes beautifully, so you can always have some on hand for mealtimes. Carrot is a great source of vitamin A.
By Julia Scott, NZ Registered Dietitian · 12 April 2026
Recipe
Carrot Puree
- Stage
- Purée
Ingredients
Batch
Method
- 1Chop 1-2 carrots into rounds.
- 2Steam in a pot of water or in a baby food steamer until tender, around 15 minutes.
- 3Drain the water and blend until smooth.
- 4Spoon into ice trays and freeze.
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