Butter lettuce
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Offer large lettuce ribs with the flimsy leaf removed for munching, or finely shred cooked lettuce and stir into scoopable foods like mash or grains.
Whole ribs the size of an adult finger, or shredded fine and mixed in. Skip loose floppy leaves.
9-12 months
Offer finely chopped or shredded lettuce, rib or leaf, to build the pincer grasp. Toss with a little dressing and offer water so pieces don't stick to the tongue.
Finely chopped or shredded pieces. You can still offer whole leaves for tearing practice.
12-18 months
Serve shredded or chopped lettuce, cooked or raw, as finger food or with a fork. Keep offering whole leaves for biting and tearing while you eat alongside.
Shredded, chopped, or whole leaves. All shapes are fine now.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Butter lettuce?
Most babies can try Butter lettuce from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
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.
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