Used in baby food purees

This is a smooth, blended vegetable or fruit puree, typically made from single ingredients like sweet potato, carrot, or apple, and is a foundational first food for infants worldwide. It's prepared by steaming or boiling the ingredient until very soft, then blending it with water, breast milk, or formula to achieve a silky texture. While the concept is universal, the specific ingredients used often reflect local agricultural staples.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a low-fat, low-protein, carbohydrate-rich food, with its primary nutrient being easily digestible starches and natural sugars. It provides essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin A, potassium, and iron (if fortified or from a good source), with a typical serving containing roughly 50-80 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	65 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	0.2 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	30 mg
Vitamin A	900 mcg RAE
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Folate	15 mcg DFE
Iron	0.8 mg
Magnesium	25 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish represents the crucial transition from an all-liquid diet to solid foods, a milestone celebrated in families globally. Nutritionally, it's uniquely designed for a baby's developing digestive system, offering concentrated nutrients in a form that's gentle on the stomach and helps develop taste preferences.