This nut-free broccoli white bean pesto packs in so many nutrients with minimal effort! It’s a great way to incorporate veggies and important nutrients, like iron, into your baby and toddler’s diet.
1small garlic clove, can use ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½cuppacked basil leaves
1(15 ounce) can no-salt-added cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (can use other white beans)
1cuppacked spinach
½teaspoonground cumin
1tablespoonlemon juice
¼cupwater
¼cupgrated parmesancan add less, leave out all together, or add nutritional yeast
3tablespoonsolive oil
Instructions
In food processor or blender, process all the ingredients, scraping the sides periodically, until blended and smooth
Can add more oil/water if thinner consistency desired.
Notes
If you are feeling a bit nervous that garlic might be too spicy for your baby, you can add less or leave out entirely, if you wish. But I highly encourage you to add a little bit! It's a great flavor exposure ;)
If you can't get your hands on fresh basil, then you can use ½ cup spinach instead. But if you are able to, I highly encourage you to try it in this recipe! Adds a delightful dimension to the dish