Beef Lentil Veggie Pasta
This hearty Beef Lentil Veggie Pasta is a nutritious meal perfect for toddlers aged 18-24 months. Packed with protein from beef and lentils, along with vitamins from vegetables, it supports growing bodies and developing taste buds. The pasta provides a fun texture that encourages self-feeding.
📝 Editor's Note
For the first introduction, ensure the pasta is cooked very soft. You can use ground turkey or chicken as an alternative to beef for variation.
🥕 Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat pasta
- 1/2 cup ground beef
- 1/2 cup cooked lentils
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
👨🍳 Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until very soft.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add ground beef, cooking until browned.
- Add diced carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in cooked lentils, spinach, tomato paste, garlic powder, and beef broth, simmering for 5 minutes.
- Combine the pasta with the beef-lentil mixture, stirring well.
- Allow to cool before serving to your toddler.
🍴 Serving Suggestion
💡 Tips & Tricks
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can adjust the texture by blending or mashing if needed for younger toddlers.
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
This content has been prepared and updated by the Miny Memos Editorial Team.
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