Choose from ten vegetable and legume patty recipes, millet cakes and banana-avocado pancakes. Read each complete recipe for ingredients, preparation and serving guidance. Finished textures vary; no recipe here establishes suitability for a particular child.
1. Vegetable and Chickpea Patties with Hidden Spinach
Chickpeas and vegetables are formed into patties with spinach mixed through. In a large bowl, combine mashed chickpeas, grated carrot, grated and drained zucchini, finely chopped spinach, grated onion, minced garlic, and the flaxseed mixture.
2. Quinoa and Sweet Potato Toddler Patties
Quinoa and sweet potato form small patties. If mixture feels too wet, add a small spoon of oats or finely ground gluten-free flour to improve binding.
3. Zesty Lentil and Sweet Potato Patties with Cilantro and Lime
Lentils and sweet potato are seasoned with cilantro and lime. Mix well until the mixture holds together but is still soft enough to shape.
4. Sweet Pea and Carrot Toddler Patties with Mild Herb Seasoning
Peas and carrot form small herb-seasoned patties. Lightly mash the thawed sweet peas with a fork, leaving some texture.
5. Savory Millet and Sweet Pea Toddler Patties with Mild Lemon Herb Dressing
Millet-and-pea patties are paired with a lemon-herb dressing. In a medium bowl, lightly mash the thawed sweet peas with a fork to retain some texture leaving some texture.
6. Chickpea and Sweet Potato Mashed Patties with Mild Smoked Paprika
Chickpeas and sweet potato form mashed patties with mild smoked paprika. Transfer the tender sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl and mash gently with a fork or potato masher until smooth but still slightly chunky.
7. Soft Lentil and Vegetable Patties with Mild Herb Infusion
Lentils and vegetables are formed into patties. Drain any excess liquid and allow lentils to cool slightly.
8. Soft Root Vegetable and Millet Toddler Cakes with Sage
Root vegetables and millet make small sage-seasoned cakes. Brush cakes lightly with additional olive oil to promote browning and moisture retention.
9. Soft Butternut Squash and Chickpea Patties with Mild Cumin
Butternut squash and chickpeas form patties flavored with cumin. In a small bowl, combine ground flaxseed with water to create a flax egg.
10. Banana and Avocado Soft Pancakes with Chia
Banana and avocado are blended into pancakes with chia. In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana and avocado together until mostly smooth, leaving some small lumps for texture.
Choose what to make
Compare chickpea or lentil patties with softer banana-avocado pancakes. Millet cakes and the pea patties have different textures and accompaniments; check the finished food and adjust portions for your child.
Before you start
Check the complete ingredient list and prepare the food’s texture, shape and portion for your child’s eating skills. Supervise eating and follow the individual recipe’s cooling and storage instructions.
