Need quick and nutritious baby finger food? Try these tasty veggie tots. Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, they are quick to make and easy to grab for little hands, making them perfect for baby weaning.
Serve for lunch or dinner – or bring with you as a healthy snack – with fresh vegetables and your little one’s favorite dip sauce. These vegetarian veggie tots could just become a favorite for the whole family.
Swap the vegetables and pulses for dietary variety and to introduce your little one to a range of flavors and textures.
Make a large batch and save for later – the veggie tots are easy to freeze and defrost.
Recipe: Baby Veggie Tots
INGREDIENTS
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3-4 carrots
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2 cups boiled lentils
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2 eggs
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1 cup grated cheese
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Fresh parsley
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Garlic powder
INSTRUCTIONS
- Start by peeling and grating the carrots.
- Chop some fresh parsley and add together with the boiled lentils.
- Add a couple of eggs to make the mix stick together.
- Grate some cheese and add to the mix.
- Sprinkle some garlic powder on top and mash it all to your desired texture.
- Then use your hands to form bite-sized tots.
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Fry gently in butter or oil and serve with your baby's favorite dip sauce!
Watch: How to make baby veggie tots
