12m+ recipe
Beetroot Vegetable Idli Fingers
Soft pink idli fingers with mild vegetables for baby-led meals from 12m+.
Ingredients
- 1 cup idli batter
- 1 tsp Live Indianly Beetroot Powder
- 2 tbsp grated carrot
- 1 tbsp grated zucchini, optional
Method
- Mix the Beetroot Powder into the idli batter until evenly pink.
- Stir in grated carrot and zucchini.
- Pour the batter into greased idli molds.
- Steam for 10-12 minutes, or until the idlis are fully cooked.
- Cool well and cut into finger-length strips before serving.
Texture tip
- Cut into thick soft strips.
- Serve whole mini idlis or longer strips.
Nutritionist note
Steamed idli keeps the texture soft, while beetroot powder and vegetables add color and variety.
Parent tip
Refrigerate extra idlis for up to 24 hours and warm gently before serving.
Allergen note
No major allergens are listed in this recipe. Check every packaged ingredient label and account for your child’s known allergies.
Parent note: introduce new foods one at a time, adjust texture for your baby’s readiness, and check with your pediatrician for allergies, medical conditions, or feeding concerns.
