Toddler Curried Veggies
Introduce your little one to the wonderful world of spices with this gentle and nutritious recipe for Toddler Curried Veggies. Packed with vibrant carrots, potatoes, green beans, and peas, this dish is simmered in a creamy coconut milk base and lightly seasoned with mild curry powder, turmeric, and cumin—perfect for tiny taste buds. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this wholesome meal is a great way to sneak in veggies while expanding your toddler’s palate. Serve it solo or over soft rice or couscous for a complete, toddler-approved dinner that the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Carrot, diced
- 1 cup Potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup Green beans, chopped
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon Mild curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 cup Vegetable broth or water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger, finely grated
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3
Stir in the mild curry powder, turmeric, and ground cumin to toast the spices for 30 seconds.
Step 4
Add the diced carrot, potato, and green beans to the pot. Stir to coat the vegetables in the spices.
Step 5
Pour in the vegetable broth or water and bring to a simmer.
Step 6
Cover the pot with a lid and let the vegetables cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Step 7
Stir in the coconut milk, frozen peas, and salt (if using). Let simmer gently for another 8-10 minutes until all the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Step 8
Remove from heat and allow the curry to cool slightly before serving. Ensure it’s at a safe temperature for toddlers.
Step 9
Serve the curried veggies on their own or over toddler-friendly rice or soft couscous.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1210.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 661.0 |
| Total Fat 16.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1749.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 117.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.2g | |
| Protein 17.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 238.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2705.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories