Romaine lettuce
Usually introduced around 6 months
Choking notes
A whole raw lettuce leaf can bunch up or stick to the roof of the mouth. Cook and finely chop it, or tear raw leaves into small soft pieces and mix into other food, rather than offering a large floppy leaf.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Wilt or steam romaine and finely chop it, or blend it into a purée, yogurt, or egg. Cooking softens the leaf so it is easier to manage than a raw one.
Cooked and finely chopped, or blended into other food.
9-12 months
Offer cooked, finely chopped romaine, or tear small soft pieces of raw leaf and mix them into other foods. Loose raw leaves are easier when folded into a dish rather than served on their own.
Cooked and finely chopped, or small torn raw pieces mixed in.
12-18 months
Serve romaine cooked and chopped, or raw torn into small soft pieces in a salad or wrap. Keep raw pieces small and supervise while eating.
Cooked and chopped, or small torn raw pieces.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Romaine lettuce?
Most babies can try Romaine lettuce from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
Is Romaine lettuce a choking hazard for babies?
Romaine 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 Romaine lettuce a common allergen?
Romaine 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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