This recipe is for 6 month baby & up
Baby-Friendly Avocado Crema is a silky, nutrient-dense topping or dip that’s perfect for babies and toddlers. Made with creamy avocado, a touch of yogurt, cilantro and a squeeze of lime or lemon. This simple recipe is so easy to prepare and offers a delicious way to introduce healthy fats into your little one’s diet. Its mild flavor and velvety texture make it a versatile addition to meals, pairing wonderfully with steamed or roasted vegetables, soft crackers, or even as a spread for sandwiches or quesadillas. It makes mealtime fun for kids and engaging, while adding yummy flavors.
Benefits of Avocado:
Avocado is often considered a superfood for babies. It’s rich in monounsaturated fats, which are essential for brain development, and contains vital nutrients like potassium, vitamin E, and folate. The creamy texture of ripe avocado is perfect for babies who are just starting solids, as it’s easy to mash and swallow.
Why Baby-Friendly Avocado Crema?
Baby-Friendly dips, like avocado crema are a fantastic option for babies and toddlers because they make mealtimes fun, interactive, and engaging while promoting the development of essential motor skills.
1. Encourages Self-Feeding
2. Promotes Exploration of New Textures and Flavors
3. Provides extra nutrients
4. Fun and Interactive Eating Experience, great if you have a picky toddler.
What can you eat it with?
- roasted or steamed vegetables
- any type of fritter
- quesadilla
- fajitas
- fish
- chicken
- beef
- scrambled eggs
- mix it with other pureed vegetables
- soft crackers
Storage instructions:
Avocado crema is best served fresh, as avocados oxidize quickly and may turn brown. If you need to store it, place it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.
Substitutions:
Plain whole milk yogurt- Can be substituted with sour cream. For a dairy-free option try a plant based yogurt.
What you need:
Blender
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