Lentils for babies
Small, lens-shaped legumes with a nutty flavor, commonly used in various culinary dishes.
Key facts
- Category
- Cereals and legumes
- 🤧 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 lentils?
In the BabyWean list, lentils can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
Is lentils a common allergen for babies?
No. Lentils 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 lentils a choking hazard?
Lentils 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 lentils?
Add lentils 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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