Bell Pepper for babies
A colorful and flavorful vegetable often used in cooking, salads, and as a raw snack.
Key facts
- Category
- Vegetables
- 🤧 Common food allergen
- No
- 😨 High choking risk
- No
- 🐥 From 12 months
- No
Can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
Frequently asked questions
When can babies eat bell pepper?
In the BabyWean list, bell pepper can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
Is bell pepper a common allergen for babies?
No. Bell pepper is not one of the common food allergens in the BabyWean list. Any food can cause a reaction, so it is still worth noting the day your baby tries it.
Is bell pepper a choking hazard?
Bell pepper is not marked as a high choking risk, but every food should be offered in a size and texture suitable for your baby, always seated and supervised.
How do I keep track of when my baby tried bell pepper?
Add bell pepper in BabyWean with the date, notes and whether there was a reaction. Your list syncs across phones, so every caregiver sees what your baby has already tried. It is free.
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