Cooking for your little one can be a fun and rewarding experience. Zucchini, pea, and rice balls are a popular baby finger food that is packed with nutrients and flavor. They are soft and easy to chew, making them perfect for babies who are just starting to explore solid foods. Plus, they can be made ahead of time and frozen, so you can have a healthy snack on hand whenever you need it. In this article, we'll share a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for zucchini pea and rice balls, along with some tips for making them perfect every time.
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ZUCCHINI PEA AND RICE BALLS- BABY FINGER FOOD
Still on my quest for foods that my 10 month old will eat! These balls were a hit last night! I also tried baking some of them, but he preferred the mushy consistency!* based on the one star review i attempted this again for my second child. if made with infant formula this works great! be sure to squeeze all the liquid from the zucchini. i also added blueberries to sweeten the taste. if it seems to runny...add more wheat flour to find the right consistency.
Provided by EagleRocker
Categories Kid Friendly
Time 50m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- cook rice
- steam veggies.
- combine rice, veggies, and formula in food processor and puree.
- Melt butter. Add butter and flour to puree.
- If baking, pre-heat oven to 350. Roll tablespoon size balls and press with a fork a la peanut putter cookies. Bake for 20 minutes, or until bottoms are golden brown. Makes 24 baked "cookies".
- If rolling balls, roll balls slightly larger than a pea (or what your child can handle). The batch will make A LOT of balls, but they can be put in the fridge for four days, or frozen for a month.
ZUCCHINI BABY FOOD
Simple zucchini puree for one of your baby's first foods. The rule of thumb is to give your baby a new food for 2 to 3 days before introducing another to rule out any potential allergies. Once you've given zucchini for 2 to 3 days, you can combine it with another vegetable you've already introduced, such as carrot.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 15m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Place zucchini in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until very soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain well.
- Transfer zucchini to a blender or food processor; puree until smooth. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, Sodium 10.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
PEAS AND ZUCCHINI
Make and share this Peas and Zucchini recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 26m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In skillet, simmer peas in water until crisp tender (8 minutes).
- Drain.
- Add zucchini,red pepper, butter, and salt; stir fry until zucchini is also crisp tender (another 5 minutes).
- Sprinkle with parsley.
Tips:
- Choose small zucchini for this recipe because they have a milder flavor and fewer seeds.
- If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
- Be sure to drain the zucchini and peas well before mixing them with the other ingredients.
- You can use any type of cheese that you like in this recipe. I recommend using a hard cheese like Parmesan or cheddar, but you can also use a soft cheese like mozzarella or goat cheese.
- If you don't have time to make the rice balls right away, you can store the mixture in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- To make the rice balls easier to eat for babies, you can cut them into smaller pieces.
Conclusion:
These zucchini, pea, and rice balls are a delicious and healthy finger food for babies. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your baby's tastes. You can also freeze the rice balls for later use, making them a convenient option for busy parents. Serve these rice balls with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or hummus.
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