Mixed with infant cereal

Mixed with infant cereal is a simple, homemade dish where a base of infant cereal (often rice, oat, or multi-grain) is blended with additional ingredients like mashed fruits, vegetables, or pureed meats. It is a common transitional food for babies starting solids, originating from modern infant feeding practices worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the cereal base, with moderate protein if meat or legumes are added, and low in fat unless oils or avocados are included. Key nutrients often include iron (from fortified cereal), vitamins A and C from added produce, and a rough calorie range of 80-150 per serving depending on mix-ins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	2 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	60 mg
Iron	4 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Vitamin D	2 mcg
Vitamin A	90 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Zinc	2 mg
Potassium	150 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally interesting because it allows caregivers to customize nutrient density for a baby's developmental stage, and culturally, it reflects a global trend of blending traditional weaning foods with modern fortified cereals to address common deficiencies like iron in infancy.