7m+ recipe
Spinach Moong Dal Mash
A soft rice-and-dal style recipe for simple balanced meals from 7m+.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp yellow moong dal
- 5-6 spinach leaves
- 2 tbsp rice
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 tsp ghee
- Tiny pinch jeera powder
Method
- Wash the rice and moong dal thoroughly.
- Wash the spinach leaves well and chop finely.
- Add the rice, dal, spinach, and water to a pressure cooker.
- Cook for 4 whistles until very soft.
- Mash until smooth for younger babies.
- Add ghee and jeera powder.
- Mix well and serve warm.
Texture tip
- 7-8 months: Blend until smooth if needed.
- 8-9 months: Mash lightly with soft spinach pieces.
Nutritionist note
Jeera has traditionally been used in small amounts in Indian cooking to add flavor and aroma.
Parent tip
Pair this meal with a fruit rich in vitamin C later in the day to support iron absorption as part of a balanced diet.
Allergen note
Contains or may include: Milk. Check every packaged ingredient label and follow your child’s allergy plan.
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. Seat your child upright and supervise closely throughout every meal.
