This recipe is for 6 month baby & up
This delicious blend of Mango Kiwi Avocado Strips or Puree is a light, healthy, refreshing snack that you can share with your little one. This delicious and nutritious combination for babies and toddlers, can be served as finger-friendly strips for baby-led weaning approach (BLW) or a smooth puree. Each of these fruits offers a unique set of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a powerhouse blend for young children. As babies begin exploring new flavors and textures, this tropical mix introduces a variety of tastes and provides essential nutrients needed for healthy growth and development. Both the strips and puree options allow you to choose the best preparation method for your child’s age and eating abilities.
This can be served for breakfast, a healthy dessert or a healthy snack. For kids older than 12 months try drizzling a little honey for dessert option with a splash of lime, it is so delicious!
Benefits of Mango Kiwi Avocado Strips or Puree:
Mango is rich in vitamins A and C, both of which are crucial for a baby’s immune system and eye health. Vitamin A supports vision and skin health, while vitamin C boosts immunity and aids in iron absorption, which is essential as babies’ iron needs increase around six months of age. Mangos also contain small amounts of fiber, helping support healthy digestion. They’re naturally sweet and juicy, making them appealing to little taste buds, and their smooth, soft texture when ripe is ideal for babies and toddlers who are just learning to chew. Mango strips can be served to babies practicing baby-led weaning (BLW) as easy-to-hold, juicy slices that are soft enough to gum.
Kiwi is a surprising nutrient powerhouse. With its high vitamin C content, it boosts immunity and helps the body absorb iron more effectively. Kiwi also contains vitamin K and dietary fiber, supporting bone health and digestion. This little fruit has a tangy, slightly tart flavor that introduces babies to new tastes and expands their palate.
Avocado adds creaminess and is an excellent source of healthy fats, especially monounsaturated fats, which are essential for brain development in babies and toddlers. Avocados are also packed with fiber, which helps keep digestion regular, along with potassium, folate, and vitamins C, E, and K. This unique fruit provides energy in the form of healthy fats that helps keep babies fuller for longer while supporting their rapidly developing brains. Avocado’s soft, buttery texture is easy for babies to handle, and it pairs well with the tropical sweetness of mango. Its mild flavor blends effortlessly into both finger-friendly strips or a puree, giving a smooth, creamy base for babies just starting solids.
How to serve:
For 6+ months: blend into puree form
For 9+ months: cut into 2 in strips or smaller pieces
Tip for Storage:
If you want to store overnight squeeze a little lime juice or orange juice so it doesn't brown easily and store in an
airtight container.
If you enjoyed this recipe, here are a few more you should try:
Summer Fruit Salad
Baby Fruit Salad
Tropical Fruit Salad
