As a parent, you want to ensure your little one gets the proper nutrition while introducing them to various flavours and textures. To help you, I’ve curated a list of the top 10 dinner recipes for babies under one year old. These recipes, suitable for babies aged 6 to 12 months, are not just meals. Their culinary adventures are packed with essential nutrients for their growth and development. From simple purees to more adventurous combinations, these recipes will surely please even the pickiest eaters. So, let’s embark on a cooking journey and introduce your baby to a world of delicious and nutritious flavours!
1. Apple Suji kheer (6 month+)
Suji or rava is one of the easily digestible foods for babies that can be given to Babies from 6 to 7 months after introducing apple & suji to babies separately. Apple suji kheer is one of the yummy and healthiest baby foods as it doesn’t require any sweetener.
2. Sprouted Ragi Porridge (6 month+)
Ragi is a super healthy food for babies and growing children, loaded with essential nutrients and minerals. Many paediatricians suggest introducing ragi as the first food to the baby from 6 months
3. Instant Poha Porridge (7 Months+)
Instant Poha Porridge is an easy, no-cook, quick poha porridge recipe made with poha, aka flattened rice, fruits, and milk. This porridge is fast to make, within 10 minutes, and doesn’t require any cooking. Hence, it is ideal when you travel with your baby or toddler. It can also be served as a breakfast for babies from 7 months.
4. Dalia Khichdi (8 Months+)
Dalia Khichdi /Broken Wheat Khichdi recipe – is a healthy, wholesome, and comforting baby food. This broken wheat khichdi is another delicious recipe that can be made with daliya or cracked wheat. It’s a quick-fix meal that can be served for breakfast or dinner. Daliya khichdi can be given to babies aged eight months plus
5. Oats Khichdi (8 Months+)
Oats Khichdi: Easy, quick, one-pot, wholesome meal for babies and toddlers made with a pressure cooker. Oats khichdi is the best alternative for dal khichdi when your baby is bored of it
6. Carrot Moong Dal Soup (8 Months+)
Carrot Moong dal Soup is a simple, easily digestible, and comforting soup for babies, toddlers, and kids prepared with moong dal, carrot, and spices. This soup is loaded with protein and vitamins from the carrot and comforts your little ones. I have mashed the soup with a hand masher, but you can also grind it in a blender if your baby doesn’t like the texture. This carrot moong dal soup can be given to babies after eight months.
7. Vegetables Suji Upma (6 Months+)
Suji Upma/ Rava upma is a tasty, wholesome, comforting baby food. It’s a quick-fix meal that can be served for breakfast or dinner. I usually make suji upma fluffy; to make it baby-friendly, I made it creamier by adding more water. So we can call this suji upma as rava khichdi or suji khichdi. Rava or suji khichdi can be given to babies aged 6 months or after introducing basic veggies and suji.
8. Carrot Potato Rice (8 Months+)
Carrot potato rice tastes so good that even you can give it to picky eaters, and it also helps in healthy weight gain. It is suitable for babies from 8 months after introducing rice, carrot, and potato separately.
9. Beetroot Khichdi (8 Months+)
This is an easy, quick, one-pot, healthy meal with moong dal and Beetroot as main ingredients. Beetroot is a nutrient-rich vegetable packed with iron; the khichdi prepared with this humble vegetable makes a wholesome and delicious meal for babies.
10. Steamed dosa (8 Months+)
Steamed dosa is a healthy version made with homemade ghee that can be given to babies as breakfast or dinner next to Idlis. It’s swift to prepare and makes a wholesome meal for your baby.
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When should I start introducing dinner to my baby?
It is generally recommended to start introducing solid foods to your baby around 6 months. However, every baby is different, so it’s essential to look for signs of readiness, such as the ability to sit up with support and showing interest in food.
Can I mix ingredients from different recipes?
Yes, you can mix ingredients from different recipes to create new flavours and textures for your baby. Just make sure that the ingredients are suitable for your baby’s age and dietary needs.
How do I know if my baby is allergic to any ingredients?
It’s essential to introduce new foods one at a time and watch for any signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, vomiting, or diarrhoea. If you suspect your baby is allergic to a particular food, stop feeding it and consult your paediatrician.
How can I make these recipes more nutritious?
You can make these recipes more nutritious by adding ingredients such as fortified baby cereal, pureed vegetables, or protein-rich foods like chicken or tofu. Just adjust the texture to suit your baby’s age and developmental stage.
What if my baby refuses to eat dinner?
Babies can be picky eaters, so don’t force them if they refuse to eat dinner. Instead, try offering the food at a different time or form, such as finger foods, or mixed into other dishes. Consult your paediatrician if you’re concerned about your baby’s eating habits.
Do I need to puree all the food for my baby?
While purees are a great way to start, you can also introduce mashed or finely chopped foods as your baby gets older and more comfortable eating.
Should I be concerned about my baby’s portion sizes?
Babies have small stomachs, so start with small portions and let your baby indicate when they’re full. Letting them explore and play with food is part of the learning process.
Are these recipes suitable for baby-led weaning?
Some of these recipes may be suitable for baby-led weaning, but it’s essential to cut the foods into small, manageable pieces to reduce the risk of choking. Always supervise your baby during mealtimes.
