3 Broccoli Baby Food Combinations (Stage 2) (2024)

Add a little more green to your baby’s diet with these 3 broccoli baby food combinations! This homemade broccoli baby food puree is made with inexpensive ingredients and done in a few simple steps. It’s also easy to customize flavors so feel free to try something new!

Broccoli Baby Food Puree

Broccoli can be a great addition to a healthy diet and makes an easy ingredient to add to baby food. It’s nutrient dense and packed with fiber, iron and vitamins. You can serve steamed broccoli puree on its own or add other ingredients to create a nutritious combination.

If you’re wondering what to mix with broccoli for baby, I have some ideas! I’ll go over three baby food combinations that go well with broccoli as well as some additional flavor ideas. Let’s dive into how to make baby food, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is!

Is this your first time making homemade baby food purees? Or are you looking for more flavor combination ideas? Don’t worry, I have you covered! Check out our recipes for 6 Homemade Baby Food Combinations, 3 Sweet Potato Baby Food Combinations, and Kale Baby Food Puree Combinations for more inspiration and help!

How To Prepare Broccoli For Baby Food

You can use either fresh or frozen broccoli in baby food puree. If you’re using fresh broccoli, make sure it is washed thoroughly before using. Then roughly chop the broccoli into similar sized pieces. Sometimes I’ll use frozen broccoli out of convenience. You’ll want to steam the frozen broccoli just the same as you do with fresh broccoli, although it might take a little longer.

How to steam broccoli: Place the broccoli pieces into a steamer basket or small pot with water. Heat and steam until the broccoli is tender and bright green.

I don’t have a steamer basket so I prefer to use a small pot. I’ll fill the small pot with just enough water to cover the broccoli and then cover it. I’ll let it simmer on the stove covered until the broccoli is softened.

You’ll also want to steam the apples, carrot, and spinach that are listed in the recipes below. The cook time may differ but you can steam them the same way as the broccoli.

*Note: If you want more information on how I steam the vegetables or fruit in homemade baby food, check out the 6 Homemade Baby Food Combinations blog post and How Make Baby Food In The Instant Pot for more information.

How to puree: Once the vegetables and fruit are softened and steamed, simply place the ingredients into a blender or food processor. Blend until the puree is smooth and feel free to add a little water if needed for desired consistency. Additionally, some people like to add breast milk or formula instead of just water for added nutrients.

3 Broccoli Baby Food Combinations (Stage 2)

Broccoli + Apple

Puree Ingredients: ½ cup steamed broccoli + 1 steamed and peeled apple + A little bit of water, if needed

Broccoli + Carrots + Olive Oil

Puree Ingredients: ½ cup steamed broccoli + ½ cup steamed carrots + 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional) + A little bit of water, if needed

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Broccoli + Spinach + Apple

Puree Ingredients: ½ cup steamed broccoli + 1 steamed and peeled apple + ½ cup steamed spinach + A little bit of water, if needed

What Age Can Babies Eat Broccoli?

Please ask your pediatrician for their advice on your child’s specific dietary needs before introducing solids. In my experience, we introduced broccoli puree to my daughter when she was around 6 months old. These broccoli puree combinations are meant for babies that are around 6 to 9 months and in Stage 2 of eating.

What Is Stage 2 Baby Food?

Generally, baby food is referred to by different stages. Stage 1 is watery purees that only consist of one ingredient. So if you were to make plain broccoli puree, with only broccoli as the ingredient, this would be considered stage 1 baby food.

Stage 2 baby food is typically served once the baby is more used to eating and contains more than one ingredient. The broccoli baby food combinations that are listed in this post contain two or more ingredients so that is why they’re referred to as stage 2.

How To Serve Baby Food Puree

I would usually serve baby food in a silicone bowl that would suction cup to my daughter’s high chair tray. This was an easy way for her to practice using her spoon without making a big mess. I also really enjoyed using reusable baby food pouches. These are great for on the go and I find that my toddler loves to eat purees in the pouches.

How To Store Homemade Baby Food

There are many different options on how to store your homemade baby food. I usually use glass containers with airtight lids. Baby food puree can last up to 3 days in the fridge.

Alternatively, homemade baby food can easily be frozen for up to 3 months in the freezer. I like to store any leftover baby food I know we won’t get to in the freezer instead. It’s easy to use ice cube trays or silicone trays as a way to freeze the puree in single servings. Once the cubes are frozen, simply pop them out and store them in a freezer bag.

How To Reheat Baby Food

I thaw homemade baby food by placing the frozen cubes in the refrigerator overnight. In a pinch, you can quickly reheat the baby food in the microwave or on the stove top. Just make sure the baby food is cooled off before serving.

More Baby Food Recipes To Try

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• Kale Baby Food Puree Combinations (Stage 2)
• Applesauce Baby Pancakes
• 6 Homemade Baby Food Combinations (Stage 2)
• Butternut Squash Baby Food Puree
• How To Make Baby Oatmeal

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