Carrot puree makes the perfect first food for baby due to its sweet taste and soft consistency.

Please don’t forget the 3 Day Rule before introducing any new food. Can be given from 5 months onwards.

How to make Carrot Puree

1. Sterilize all the utensils needed for making the Puree either using a Sterilizer or boiling them in hot water.

2. Clean the carrot with water and peel the skin.

3. Chop the carrot into small cubes.

4. Place the carrot cubes in a small bowl in cooker filled partially with water.

5. Allow one to 2 Whistles.

6. Switch off the flame.

7. The carrots will be very soft.

8. The steamed carrots can either be mashed or blended in a mixie

9. Your Carrot Puree is ready.

Breast milk or formula can be added to make it runny. Start with thin liquid like consistency and slowly make the puree thicker.

Check out our recipe video here for more instructions:

Nutritional Information

100gm of carrots yield 41 kcal

Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene which turns into vitamin A in the body.

Carrot also promotes a strong immune system and contains phytochemicals in it.

Carrots are rich in fiber and prevent constipation in infants. They also contain iron, calcium and vitamin C.

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