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Iron-Enriched Millet and Sweet Pea Patties with Mild Rosemary

By TinyTummyTreats Editorial TeamPublished May 7, 2026 | Updated May 11, 2026
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Iron-Enriched Millet and Sweet Pea Patties with Mild Rosemary with measured ingredients, 35-minute timing, 8-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for toddler meals, snacks, and family cooking guidance.

Iron-Enriched Millet and Sweet Pea Patties with Mild Rosemary
Prep 15 min
Cook 20 min
Total 35 min
Servings 8
Difficulty easy
Cuisine International

Recipe Details

Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Total35 min
Servings8
Difficultyeasy
CuisineInternational
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Ingredients

Servings 8
  • 1/2 cup Millet
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Frozen sweet peas
  • 1/2 cup Cooked red lentils
  • 1/4 cup Rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon Finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
  • a pinch Black pepper
Iron Enriched Vegan Millet Sweet Pea Patties Mild Rosemary ingredients image for TinyTummyTreats
Iron Enriched Vegan Millet Sweet Pea Patties Mild Rosemary ingredients image for TinyTummyTreats

Instructions

  1. Prepare the flax egg by mixing ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Set aside for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
  2. Cook the millet: In a small saucepan, combine rinsed millet and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and millet is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  3. While the millet cooks, lightly mash the thawed sweet peas with a fork or food masher leaving some texture for finger-friendly softness.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked millet, mashed sweet peas, mashed cooked red lentils, rolled oats, finely chopped rosemary, nutritional yeast (if using), and flax egg. Mix gently until well combined. Add a pinch of black pepper if desired.
  5. If the mixture feels too wet, add a small amount more rolled oats until it holds reasonably well when formed into a patty.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
  7. Form the mixture into 8 small toddler-friendly patties (approximately 2-3 inches diameter, 1 cm thick).
  8. Cook patties in batches for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through, adding remaining olive oil if necessary.
  9. Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  10. Allow patties to cool to a safe temperature before serving to toddlers.
  11. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently before serving.
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Iron Enriched Vegan Millet Sweet Pea Patties Mild Rosemary process image for TinyTummyTreats

Ingredient Replacements

  • cup Millet: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cup Water: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cup Frozen sweet peas: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cup Cooked red lentils: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.
  • cup Rolled oats: Swap with a toddler-safe alternative that keeps a similar moisture level and soft bite, then adjust water or cook time a little if the mixture feels dry or loose.

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