Red lentil and pineapple sticks with tarragon
Red lentil and pineapple sticks with tarragon A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Red lentil and pineapple sticks with fresh tarragon. SAFETY: ensure all ingredients are fresh and adapted to baby's age.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Red lentil and pineapple sticks with fresh tarragon. SAFETY: ensure all ingredients are fresh and adapted to baby's age.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g red lentilsAlternative: fava beans 🍽️ 80 g red bell pepperAlternative: pumpkin 🍽️ 50 g potatoAlternative: couscous 🍽️ 30 g red bell pepperAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g tarragonAlternative: coriander 🍽️ 50 g plain yogurtAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 162 kcal
Protein 12 g
Carbs 17 g
Fat 9 g 1
CHECK freshness of the red lentils (smell, color, texture) Cut the red lentils into regular 2 cm pieces (finer for 12-18 months) Wash and dice the red bell pepper (remove seeds) Cook the potato as directed until tender (15 min), peel and mash Cut the pineapple into small regular cubes (no core)
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature)
Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT buy a product without checking freshness Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always remove pepper seeds Always remove pineapple core (choking hazard) Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys NEVER serve a product that may be spoiled Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) Test cooking with a fork: pepper should be melting-tender Always remove pineapple core (too fibrous) Check LABELS of all products Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the mashed potato and red bell pepper in a large bowl Add the red lentils pieces and diced pineapple, mix well Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and tarragon Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the sticks with damp hands (length 5 cm) Coat each stick with a thin layer of potato flour Place on a tray lined with parchment Let rest 5 min in the fridge Large bowl Wooden spoon Fork Clean hands Tray lined with parchment Do not overmix: elastic dough Do not add too much flour: sticks become too dense Do not forget to shape tightly: otherwise it crumbles Do not make sticks too big: max 6 cm length Do not leave air in the sticks Always check yogurt freshness If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk) Shape with damp hands: the sticks won't stick Make uniform sticks for even cooking Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger sticks 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the sticks leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 16 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the tarragon sauce: yogurt + chopped tarragon + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the sticks when golden Let cool 3-4 min Test the temp with a finger: warm Serve immediately with the sauce on the side Baking sheet Pastry brush Fork Tongs Small bowl Timer Do not forget to preheat Do not overcrowd the sheet Do not open the oven in the first 8 min Do not overcook: becomes hard and dry Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Do not unmould too hot: burns Check cooking: fork comes out clean For 12-18 months: more moist cooking For 24-36 months: more golden cooking If browning too fast: lower to 160°C Test with a toothpick: should come out clean Sauce: serve cold to preserve probiotics 4
Prepare a fresh pineapple cube garnish (no core) Arrange the warm sticks on baby's plate Add small pineapple pieces around (pitted) Serve the tarragon sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the sticks Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling) Put leftovers in the fridge Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth Phone (emergency) Do not serve burning hot Always remove pineapple core before serving Do not leave baby alone Do not put too many pineapple pieces Do not reheat several times NEVER add an ingredient with unknown allergen Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pineapple adds color and natural sweetness For 12-18 months: cut sticks in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
