Cauliflower Puree
Cauliflower makes a lovely mild puree that’s perfect for babies just starting solids. Its provides vitamin C, folate and fibre. Its gentle flavour pairs well with other veges too, so it’s great for mixing once your baby is ready. Easy to batch cook and freeze for busy days.
By Julia Scott, NZ Registered Dietitian · 12 April 2026
Recipe
Cauliflower Puree
- Stage
- Purée
Ingredients
Batch
Method
- 1Chop ¼ of a cauliflower into florets.
- 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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