Easy Veggie Baby Purée

Introducing vegetables to your baby will no longer be a mealtime battle, especially with this smooth, simple veggie baby purée recipe. Made with just four ingredients, including cauliflower, broccoli, and peas, it’s naturally loaded with fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support healthy growth and digestion.

Whether you’re starting your baby's journey with solids or looking for a fuss-free way to get more greens into your little one’s meals, this homemade baby food recipe ticks all the boxes. It’s quick to make, gentle on tiny tummies, and easy to portion out for future meals. Think of it as your go-to green goodness blend!

Why You’d Love This Veggie Baby Puree

• Naturally soft, easy to chew, and great for self-feeding
• Packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants
• Freezer-friendly and easy to prep ahead
• A sneaky way to add veggies to your child’s plate without the struggle

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 7–8 minutes

Yields: 3–4 portions

How to Make these Easy Veggie Baby Puree

Ingredients 

• 6 medium cauliflower florets
• 6 medium broccoli florets
• ½ cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions 

1. Steam the vegetables:

Place the cauliflower, broccoli, and peas into a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 7–8 minutes until very soft. You should be able to pierce them easily with a fork.

2. Cool slightly:

Allow the veggies to cool for a minute or two. This makes them safer to blend and helps preserve nutrients.

3. Blend it up:

Transfer the steamed veggies to a blender or food processor. Add the olive oil and blend until smooth or slightly textured for older babies ready for more variety.

4. Serve or store:

Spoon into a bowl and serve once cooled to a baby-safe temperature. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge or frozen in portions.

Tips for success

Steam Veggies Until Soft

The texture of baby purée matters enormously, especially in the early months of introducing solids. Steam your cauliflower, broccoli, and peas until they are tender enough to mash with very little pressure from a fork. If they’re not soft enough, you may end up with a gritty or uneven purée that’s difficult for younger babies to swallow or digest.

Use High-Quality Olive Oil

Adding a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil isn’t just for flavor; it introduces essential monounsaturated fats that support your baby’s brain and nervous system development. It also helps fat-soluble vitamins (like A, D, E, and K) be absorbed more efficiently. Stick to a mild-tasting, cold-pressed oil and use it raw to preserve its nutrients.

Tailor Texture to Baby’s Stage

For babies around 6 months, aim for a smooth, spoon-coatable texture. As your baby becomes more experienced (typically around 8–10 months), you can reduce blending time or pulse to leave a slightly chunkier consistency, which supports oral motor development.

Serving suggestions

Serve Plain

Serve this purée plain as a full meal. The clean, mild flavor makes it ideal for a baby's first experience with greens.

Mix With Other Foods

You can mix this purée with other homemade blends like sweet potato purée, Lentil or chickpea purée and Apple or pear purée. 

For Toddlers

Older babies and toddlers can enjoy this purée stirred into cooked quinoa or rice for a simple veggie "risotto", whole wheat pasta as a nutrient-dense sauce and toast strips as a spread (a great finger food option!). 

How to store

In the Fridge

Store leftover purée in an airtight baby food-safe container (preferably BPA-free) for up to 3 days. Be sure to cool it completely before sealing to avoid condensation, which can affect texture and safety.

In the Freezer

Freeze in small portions like ice cube trays or silicone baby food pods for easy, grab-and-serve portions. Once frozen solid, pop out the cubes and transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Label with the date and use within 3 months for best quality.

Reheating

Defrost in the fridge overnight or gently reheat using a warm water bath or microwave. Always stir well and check the temperature before serving to your baby to avoid hot spots.

Nutrition

 (Per serving, approximate)

• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 30mg
• Potassium: 370mg
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 3g
• Vitamin A: 550 IU
• Vitamin C: 55 mg
• Calcium: 40 mg
• Iron: 1.2 mg

Note: Nutritional values are estimates and may vary based on ingredient brands and portion sizes.