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Red Lentil Potato Soup

Soft soup (blend for 6–10m) · 35 min · 4–6 portions

6m+Freezer-friendlyIron-richProtein
  • 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
  1. 1Heat the oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Add all the vegetables and sauté until tender and the onion is translucent.
  3. 3Stir in the soaked red lentils and water or broth.
  4. 4Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on medium-low until the potatoes and lentils are tender (~15–20 min).
  5. 5Cool and freeze in portions.

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.