Lentil, Spinach and Cauliflower Purée
Lentil, spinach and cauliflower purée is a gentle first food for babies, steamed in the Varoma so the cauliflower and spinach keep their nutrients. The Thermomix TM7 then blends everything with tinned lentils and breast milk into a silky, lump-free purée, with a whisper of sweet paprika to introduce new flavours to little ones.
About this recipe
Lentil, spinach and cauliflower purée made in the Thermomix TM7 is a wonderful homemade baby food recipe that takes the guesswork out of weaning. Searching for healthy baby puree recipes often leads to jars with unknown additives, but with this all-in-one kitchen machine you control every spoonful: cauliflower florets, fresh baby spinach, tinned lentils, a touch of water and a hint of sweet paprika. Steaming the cauliflower in the Varoma keeps the vegetable tender while retaining much of its natural goodness, and the spinach wilts gently before everything is blended with breast milk into a silky-smooth consistency ideal for babies from around six months. This is also smart meal prep for busy parents: make a larger batch, portion it into small containers and freeze, so a wholesome snack or lunch is always at hand. The lentils add plant-based protein and a subtle earthiness that gently expands your baby's palate.
Preparation tips
- Cut the cauliflower into small, even florets so they steam at the same rate as the spinach wilts; uneven pieces give an inconsistent purée that babies may reject. The Varoma tray keeps everything gently cooked.
- After blending with breast milk, check the consistency on a spoon: add a little more water for a thinner first purée, or leave it slightly thicker once your baby manages more texture.
- For freezing, portion the lentil and cauliflower purée into ice-cube trays or small pots and thaw single portions overnight in the fridge. Stir well after thawing so the spinach and paprika distribute evenly.
Recipe variations
- Dairy-free version: simply replace the breast milk with cooled boiled water or the steaming liquid retained from the Varoma. The lentils and cauliflower still give a creamy body without any milk at all.
- Autumn variation: swap half the cauliflower for steamed carrot or butternut squash and add a tiny pinch of mild cumin instead of sweet paprika for a warmer, seasonal flavour your growing baby can explore.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Steaming the cauliflower florets in the Varoma keeps their nutrients intact while making them tender enough for a baby-smooth purée. [Multi-Function]
- Weighing the lentils and water directly in the mixing bowl ensures exact proportions for a consistent purée texture every batch. [Precision Control]
- The TM7 blends spinach and lentils into a completely lump-free purée within seconds, far finer than a hand blender manages. [Multi-Function]
- Gentle heating warms the finished purée evenly without hot spots, so it is ready to serve at a safe temperature straight away. [Temperature Control]
- Chopping the cauliflower into even pieces before steaming guarantees uniform doneness and a silky end result for your baby. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- tinned lentils
- cauliflower florets
- water
- breast milk
- sweet paprika
- fresh baby spinach