Beet
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Roast or boil until fork-tender, then peel. Expect pink diapers and drool. Harmless.
Finger-length soft wedges or mashed on a spoon.
9-12 months
Soft-cooked, peeled.
Small soft cubes.
12-18 months
Roast or boil until fork-tender, then peel. Expect pink diapers and drool. Harmless.
Finger-length soft wedges or mashed on a spoon.
18-24 months
Roast or boil until fork-tender, then peel. Expect pink diapers and drool. Harmless.
Finger-length soft wedges or mashed on a spoon.
2 years and up
Roast or boil until fork-tender, then peel. Expect pink diapers and drool. Harmless.
Finger-length soft wedges or mashed on a spoon.
Key nutrients
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
Track Beet and every first food in nappi
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