Red Lentil Potato Soup
6m+Freezer-friendlyIron-richProtein
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- ½ cup red lentils, soaked in boiling water 30 min
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
HOW TO COOK
- 1Heat the oil over medium heat.
- 2Add all the vegetables and sauté until tender and the onion is translucent.
- 3Stir in the soaked red lentils and water or broth.
- 4Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on medium-low until the potatoes and lentils are tender (~15–20 min).
- 5Cool and freeze in portions.
TIP
Red lentils are soft and mild — an easy first legume. 6–10m: blend smooth; serve as-is from 12m.
Always follow your paediatrician's guidance on allergens and choking-hazard textures. Cook eggs, fish and meat thoroughly and serve food just warm.