Green lentils hearts with radish and pomegranate mild Indian
Green lentils hearts with radish and pomegranate mild Indian-style A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Green lentils hearts with radish and pomegranate, mild Indian-style. SAFETY: ALWAYS REMOVE POMEGRANATE SEEDS (choking hazard for 12-18m), RADISH can be spicy - use mild dose, EGG allergy check.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Green lentils hearts with radish and pomegranate, mild Indian-style. SAFETY: ALWAYS REMOVE POMEGRANATE SEEDS (choking hazard for 12-18m), RADISH can be spicy - use mild dose, EGG allergy check.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g green lentilsAlternative: sardine 🍽️ 80 g radishAlternative: swiss chard 🍽️ 50 g polentaAlternative: sweet potato 🍽️ 30 g radishAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g mintAlternative: sweet pepper 🍽️ 50 piece eggAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 171 kcal
Protein 5 g
Carbs 13 g
Fat 9 g 1
CHECK EGG ALLERGY (introduce one at a time before serving) WASH lentils well and cook 20-25 min until tender WASH radishes and PEEL if needed (some radishes have tough skin) Cut the radishes into small cubes (MILD DOSE - radish can be spicy) PEEL the pomegranate and REMOVE ALL SEEDS (CRITICAL - choking hazard for 12-18m)
Extract pomegranate seeds if baby is 24-36m, OR use only juice for younger
Cook the polenta as directed (10 min)
Check the egg freshness
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT serve if egg-allergic CRITICAL: pomegranate seeds are choking hazard for 12-18m Radish can be spicy - use MILD dose Do not undercook lentils (hard for baby) Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Always use mild mint dose Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (0.8 cm) CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove all pomegranate seeds for 12-18m CRITICAL: ALWAYS introduce egg one at a time ALWAYS use MILD radish dose Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked polenta and lentils in a large bowl Add the radish cubes and pomegranate juice (or seeds for 24-36m) Add the egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and mint Mix with a wooden spoon Shape into hearts (using heart-shaped cookie cutter) Press into the hearts gently 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 Heart-shaped cookie cutter Do not overmix: lentils break Do not add too much flour: hearts become too dense Do not give pomegranate seeds to 12-18m Do not make hearts too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the hearts Always check egg 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 Use heart-shaped cookie cutter Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger hearts + pomegranate seeds 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the hearts leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 15 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the mint sauce: yogurt + pinch mint + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the hearts 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: hearts become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check egg is fully cooked Check cooking: golden brown outside 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
FINAL CHECK: confirm NO egg allergy + no pomegranate seeds (12-18m) + mild radish Prepare a fresh pomegranate juice garnish (or seeds for 24-36m) Arrange the warm hearts on baby's plate Add small pomegranate juice drizzle around Serve the mint sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the hearts Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - egg) Put leftovers in the fridge Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth Phone (emergency) Do not serve burning hot FINAL CHECK for egg + pomegranate seeds (12-18m) Always NO pomegranate seeds for 12-18m Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve egg to egg-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pomegranate adds festive color For 12-18 months: NO pomegranate seeds Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
