Chickpeas
protein · suitable from around 6 months
Safety
- Choking risk: low
- Allergen:
How to serve
~6 months
smooth puree
Cook very soft and puree smooth, or mash and sieve to remove skins.
~9 months
soft mash / soft pieces
Cook very soft and mash well so the skins are broken.
~12 months
small soft pieces
Serve well-cooked mashed or finely chopped chickpeas.
Nutrition (per 100 g)
- Energy: 499 kJ
- Protein: 7.2 g
- Iron: 1.67 mg
- Calcium: 58 mg
- Zinc: 1.13 mg
- Vitamin C: 1 mg
Recipes with Chickpeas
Sources
- NHMRC — Infant Feeding Guidelines · Suitability and age guidance
- Raising Children Network — Raising Children Network · Texture and preparation guidance
General information, not medical advice.