Is Broccoli safe for baby-led weaning?

Yes, Broccoli is safe for baby-led weaning from 6 months old with appropriate preparation. Choking risk is low.

What age can babies eat Broccoli?

Babies can start eating Broccoli from 6 months old. With baby-led weaning, preparation changes as your baby grows - spears for younger babies, small pieces as they develop their pincer grasp.

Is Broccoli a choking hazard for babies?

Broccoli has a low choking risk. It is generally considered safe with appropriate preparation.

Can you freeze Broccoli for baby?

Cut into florets. Blanch for 3 minutes, transfer to an ice bath, drain well, then freeze in a single layer before bagging.

Broccoli

Choking risk: low

Prep by age

6 to 8 months

Steam until very soft. Offer the whole floret - the stem acts as a natural handle. Baby will gum the top. Texture should be soft enough to squish easily.

9 to 11 months

Soft steamed florets cut into smaller pieces. Can be mixed into eggs, pasta, or grains.

12+ months

Roasted, steamed, raw (well-chewed), in soups, stir-fries, or pasta.

Garden notes

Great two-season crop - spring and fall harvests are both possible.

How to grow for your baby

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost - broccoli wants cool weather to head up properly.

✦Transplant when nights stay above 25°F and before temps regularly hit 80°F.
✦Feed with nitrogen-heavy fertilizer 3 weeks after transplanting.
✦Side-shoots keep producing for weeks after the main head is cut.
✦Watch for cabbage worms - hand-pick or use Bt spray.

Harvest for baby

Harvest before any yellow flowers open. Florets should be dark green and tightly packed.

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