Lettuce
vegetable · suitable from around 6 months
Safety
- Choking risk: low
- Allergen:
How to serve
~6 months
smooth puree
Finely shred and stir cooked lettuce through a puree.
~9 months
soft mash / soft pieces
Finely shred and mix small amounts through soft food.
~12 months
small soft pieces
Offer finely shredded lettuce as part of family meals.
Nutrition (per 100 g)
- Energy: 60 kJ
- Protein: 1 g
- Iron: 0.26 mg
- Calcium: 18 mg
- Zinc: 0.21 mg
- Vitamin C: 2 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.