Baby Friendly Caldo de Lentejas Recipe with Instant Pot Instructions
A baby friendly authentic Mexican lentil soup with Instant Pot instructions
Servings: 6
Calories: 324kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove
- ½ white onion
- 4-5 celery sticks diced
- 2-3 carrots depending on the size, diced
- 2 yellow potatoes optional
- 2 cups of dried green lentils
- 8 cups of water
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils with fresh cool water.
- Add olive oil into the pot and sauté the garlic and onion on medium for a few minutes and then lower the heat to medium-low and add all the celery, carrots, and potatoes (if using). Sauté for a few minutes.
- Add the lentils and water. Then turn the heat on to medium-high and allow the water to come to a boil. Once boiling bring the heat down to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it cook for around 45-50 minutes.
- After 45-50 minutes the lentils should be soft. If not continue cooking until they are.
- Once soft add salt* to taste and let it simmer for about 15 minutes
Notes
*Separate a portion for your baby before adding any salt.
You may also add garlic salt and oregano to taste.
TO COOK IN INSTANT POT: add all the ingredients and pressure cook on high temperature for 25 minutes, let the steam release on its own for 15-20 min and just add salt to taste. Season to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 937mg | Fiber: 22g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3435IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 5mg
