Smashed Edamame for Baby
Shelled edamame cooked until soft, then smashed flat so there are no round beans. A plant-protein finger food for pincer practice, with lemon's vitamin C to help absorb plant iron.
Method
- 1
Simmer the edamame in unsalted water for 8–10 minutes, until very soft.
- 2
Drain and cool slightly.
- 3
Press each bean flat with a fork or the back of a spoon so none stay round. Toss with the olive oil and lemon.
- 4
Check that each piece squashes easily between your thumb and finger before serving.
Serve it by age
9–12 months
Offer smashed, flattened beans for pincer practice. Never serve whole round beans.
12 months+
Serve smashed edamame mixed into rice or noodles, or as a side.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains soy (top 9 allergen). For a first exposure, offer a small amount early in the day and watch for 2 hours.
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizBlend into a smooth green dip with a little olive oil and water (suitable from 6 months).
- swap_horizUse frozen peas, smashed the same way.
kitchenStorage
Fridge 3 days. Freeze cooked, smashed edamame up to 2 months.
Safety reminders
- No added salt, sugar or honey before 12 months.
- Always check texture: food should squash between your thumb and finger.
- Stay with your baby and keep them seated upright while eating.
- Whole edamame beans are round and firm enough to be a choking risk; always flatten them until age 4.
- This recipe is general guidance for healthy, full-term babies and children. Ask your pediatrician first if your child was born early, has a medical condition, allergies or feeding difficulties (medical disclaimer).
