What age can babies eat red lentil dahl with rice?

Red Lentil Dahl with Rice is suitable from around 10 months. Every ingredient is prepared to the texture that suits 9 to 11 months.

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Red Lentil Dahl with Rice

✓ From around 10 months

A comforting, mildly spiced red lentil dahl with soft carrot and spinach stirred through. Served over fluffy brown rice — a complete plant-based protein meal that freezes beautifully.

Best for Lunch or dinner
From 10 months
Ready in 30 min
Makes 4–5 servings
Plant Protein & Iron

Ingredients

150g dry

2 medium, diced

2 large handfuls

4 tbsp, dry

How to prepare each ingredient for 9 to 11 months

Each line is the preparation guidance for that ingredient at your baby's age, taken from its own food guide.

Lentils

Red lentil purée — naturally smooth without blending much.

Carrot

Soft mash or small steamed pieces.

Spinach

Finely chopped and mixed into other purées.

Brown Rice

Well-cooked soft grains mixed into purées.

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This page is general information based on NHS weaning guidance, not medical advice. Always stay with your baby while they eat. If you have concerns about allergies, choking or your baby's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.