Brown / green lentils
protein · suitable from around 6 months
Safety
- Choking risk: low
- Allergen:
How to serve
~6 months
smooth puree
Cook lentils very soft and puree smooth.
~9 months
soft mash / soft pieces
Cook very soft and lightly mash.
~12 months
small soft pieces
Serve soft cooked lentils mixed through family meals.
Nutrition (per 100 g)
- Energy: 385 kJ
- Protein: 7.3 g
- Iron: 1.63 mg
- Calcium: 15 mg
- Zinc: 0.44 mg
- Vitamin C: 1 mg
Sources
- NHMRC — Infant Feeding Guidelines · Suitability and age guidance
- Raising Children Network — Raising Children Network · Texture and preparation guidance
General information, not medical advice.