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Can babies eat split peas?
Split Peas can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook split peas for a baby
- Method
- Boiled
- Ready in
- 25 Min.
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve split peas changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare split peas, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- No soaking required — simmer until completely soft, blend until very smooth.
- 9 to 11 months
- Smooth split pea purée or blended into soups.
- 12 to 17 months
- Thick split pea purée as a spread or dip.
- 18 months and over
- Normal serving as a soup or purée.
Is split peas an allergen?
Split Peas is not one of the main food allergens. Any new food can cause a reaction the first time it is offered, so give it on its own and stay with your baby while they eat.
Is split peas good for babies?
Split peas are one of the most digestible legumes and do not require soaking, making them a quick and easy weaning food. Rich in plant protein, folate, iron, and soluble fibre. Their naturally thick, creamy texture requires minimal blending. Green and yellow varieties have slightly different flavours — both are excellent for babies.
- Protein
- Folate
- Soluble Fibre
Storing split peas
In the fridge
4 Days. Refrigerate cooked split peas in a sealed container
In the freezer
3 Months. Freeze in portions — split peas freeze very well
Goes well with
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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.