Butter lettuce
Usually introduced around 6 months
Choking notes
A whole raw leaf can stick to the roof of the mouth or bunch up. Chop it small or mix it into another food rather than offering a full leaf.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
A whole raw leaf can stick to the roof of the mouth, so wilt or steam it and chop finely, or blend it into a purée, yogurt, or sauce. A small, very soft torn piece is also fine to offer.
Cooked and finely chopped, mixed into another food, or a small soft torn piece.
9-12 months
Keep offering it cooked and chopped, or mixed into other foods. A small, soft raw piece torn into bits also works as the pincer grasp develops.
Cooked and chopped, or small soft raw pieces torn into bits.
12-18 months
Serve in small soft pieces, raw or cooked. Tearing or chopping raw leaves into small bits keeps them from sticking or bunching.
Small soft pieces, raw torn small or cooked and chopped.
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.
Is Butter lettuce a choking hazard for babies?
Butter lettuce is considered a lower choking-risk food when served in age-appropriate sizes and textures. Follow the cut sizes above and always stay close during meals.
Is Butter lettuce a common allergen?
Butter lettuce is not one of the major food allergens. Any new food can still cause a reaction, so keep an eye on your baby the first few times.
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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