Soft-Boiled Kohlrabi and Carrot Sticks for Babies

These soft vegetable sticks are wonderful for little hands practicing their grip. The mild sweetness of carrots and kohlrabi is highly appealing to many babies. At the same time, gently cooked vegetables provide valuable vitamins for those early flavor explorations at the family table.

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot (approx. 100 g)
• 1/2 small kohlrabi (approx. 100 g)
• 1 tsp high-quality rapeseed oil or olive oil

Preparation

1. Wash and peel the vegetables thoroughly.
2. Cut the carrot and kohlrabi into finger-thick sticks, about two inches long.
3. Gently simmer the vegetable sticks in a pot with a little water for 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Drain the water and carefully mix the oil into the still-warm vegetables.
5. Let the sticks cool completely before serving and test the temperature on your own lip.

Variations and Tips

• Puree option: For the very first tastes of solid food, you can blend the soft-boiled vegetables with a little cooking water into a smooth puree.
• Other vegetables: Parsnips or sweet potatoes also work perfectly with this basic recipe.
• Storage: The finished sticks keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
• Freezing: You can easily freeze the vegetables. Thaw them gently in the refrigerator when needed.
• For parents: With a pinch of salt, pepper, and fresh herbs, the baby snack becomes a delicious side dish for adults.

Allergy and Safety Information

Always introduce new foods one at a time and in small amounts. This allows you to easily observe how your child reacts. When offering vegetable sticks, make sure they are cooked until very soft. They need to be easily mashable between the gums. If you have any questions or concerns about starting solid foods, please talk to your pediatrician.

Nutritional Information

Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A to support healthy eyes. Kohlrabi provides valuable vitamin C alongside gentle fiber for digestion. The added oil helps the little body optimally absorb these fat-soluble vitamins.