Savory Lamb & Butternut Squash Purée
Mon Oct 27 2025
Savory Lamb & Butternut Squash Purée
A nutrient-dense and flavorful purée perfect for introducing babies to savory tastes.
When it’s time to expand your baby’s palate beyond the basics, this Savory Lamb & Butternut Squash Purée is both comforting and nourishing. The mild sweetness of squash balances beautifully with the rich depth of lamb, creating a smooth and flavorful purée your little one will adore.
Lamb provides essential iron and protein for growing babies, while butternut squash and spinach add valuable vitamins and fiber. This blend offers the perfect balance of taste and nutrition in every spoonful.
Simple to prepare and easy to store, this purée brings wholesome homemade goodness to your baby’s mealtime routine.
Ingredients
- 100g lean ground lamb
- 300g butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 50g fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 120ml water, for steaming
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add the cubed butternut squash and water to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the squash is very tender.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the fresh spinach. The residual heat will wilt the spinach in about a minute.
- Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Add a little more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Allow the purée to cool completely before serving or storing. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen in individual portions.
Tips & Substitutions
- Adjust texture: Add breastmilk, formula, or extra water for a thinner consistency suitable for younger babies.
- Swap the protein: Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of lamb for a milder flavor.
- Batch and freeze: Portion the purée into ice cube trays for convenient single servings later on.
Nutrition
Calories: 452 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 26g
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See the original recipe: "Savory Lamb & Butternut Squash Purée"Wholesome, flavorful, and packed with nutrients, this purée is a wonderful way to introduce your baby to new savory flavors. Give it a try and share your mealtime moments with friends and family—it’s a recipe worth celebrating!
