Broccoli
Vegetable
6+ months
🔴 Iron Rich (non-heme)
🍊 Vitamin C
⚠️ Choking Hazard
✨ Milestone Magic
Nutrition Information
Broccoli is an excellent source of nutrients for your weaning baby.
Calories
80 kcal / 100g
Protein
1g
Carbohydrates
9g
Fat
7g (healthy fats)
Fiber
3g
Key Benefits: Broccoli supports healthy brain development and provides essential vitamins for growing babies.
How to Serve Broccoli
Serve broccoli as a smooth puree or very soft mash. Start with 1-2 teaspoons and gradually increase.
Tips:
- ✓ Start with smooth texture
- ✓ Offer on a preloaded spoon
- ✓ Let baby explore with hands
Serving Suggestions
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Puree
🥦
Mash
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Strips
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Chunks
How to serve broccoli
Broccoli can now be served as soft pieces or thick mash. Baby can start self-feeding.
Tips:
- ✓ Soft, mashable pieces
- ✓ Finger food strips
- ✓ Encourage self-feeding
Serving Suggestions
🥦
Puree
🥦
Mash
🥦
Strips
🥦
Chunks
How to serve broccoli
Offer broccoli in various textures and as part of mixed dishes.
Tips:
- ✓ Mixed textures OK
- ✓ Include in recipes
- ✓ Family meals together
Serving Suggestions
🥦
Puree
🥦
Mash
🥦
Strips
🥦
Chunks
How to serve broccoli
Broccoli can be served in most forms appropriate for toddlers.
Tips:
- ✓ Most textures safe
- ✓ Regular family portions
- ✓ Encourage independence
Serving Suggestions
🥦
Puree
🥦
Mash
🥦
Strips
🥦
Chunks
How to serve broccoli
Tracking Progress
Total Exposures
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4/15 exposures
Interaction Progress
Saw
Smelt
Touched
Tasted
Chewed
Swallowed
Texture Progression
✓
Puree
✓
Mash
3
Soft Pieces
4
Regular
Allergic Reactions
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I introduce broccoli?
Broccoli can typically be introduced from 6 months as one of baby's first foods.
Is broccoli a common allergen?
No, broccoli is not a common allergen.
How should I prepare broccoli?
Always ensure broccoli is ripe and soft. Remove any skin or pits, and serve in an age-appropriate texture.
How much should I offer?
Start with 1-2 teaspoons and let baby guide how much they want. Follow their hunger cues.