If you’re wondering how to serve courgette to your baby you’ve come to the right place. Courgette is a really versatile veg that can be spiralized, grated or chopped to add nutrition to a whole host of baby led weaning dishes. Find out here how to serve courgette to your baby, the answers to other commonly asked questions and a list of our favourite recipes that use courgettes including muffins, fritters and pasta dishes!
How to Serve Courgette to Baby
Courgette, also known as zucchini, is a nutritious vegetable that can be introduced to babies around 6 to 8 months old. Here’s how you can serve courgette to your baby:
Preparation: Wash the courgette thoroughly and remove the ends. You can leave the skin on or peel it, depending on your preference.
Cooking: Steam or boil the courgette until it becomes tender. Avoid overcooking to retain nutrients.
Mashing: Once cooked, mash the courgette with a fork or blend it to a suitable texture for your baby. You can also mix it with other cooked vegetables or grains for added variety.
Serving: Allow the mashed courgette to cool down to an appropriate temperature and offer it to your baby.
What’s the best steamer to use?
You can choose a stand alone steamer or one that sits on your stove top. Both have their own pros and cons, but we always used a stand alone three tiered steamer so we could steam in bulk. Batch cooking was always important to me when I was weaning my babies.
What are the Health Benefits of Offering Courgette to Your Baby?
Courgettes soak up the flavour of the herbs and spices you use alongside them and make a welcome addition to so many different meal ideas. This is why we use it so much when we are baby led weaning.
Courgettes are:
- Rich in potassium
- Full of Vitamin A and Vitamin D
- Healthy, tasty and super versatile when it comes to using them in your home cooked meals.
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Should I cook courgette before serving it to my baby?
Yes, it is recommended to cook courgette until it becomes soft and tender before offering it to your baby.
Can I puree cooked courgette for my baby?
Absolutely! Cooked and mashed courgette can be pureed to create a smooth and creamy texture, making it suitable for younger babies or those who are following a traditional weaning method.
Can I mix courgette with other vegetables or grains?
Yes, you can mix cooked and mashed courgette with other cooked vegetables, grains like rice or quinoa, or even incorporate it into soups or stews for added flavour and nutrition.
We love grating courgettes to make savoury muffins or cheesy easy to hold bites!
Our Favourite Recipes for Babies Using Courgettes
Author: Nicola Hughes
Nicola has weaned both of her boys using the baby led weaning method. She loves nothing better than creating simple recipes that anyone can recreate, using as few ingredients as possible. All of her recipes have been tried and tested by both Dexter and Felix and have their seal of approval!