🌰🍅 Groundnut & Tomato Soup (8 Months+)

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp groundnut paste (unsweetened, unsalted peanut paste)

• 1 small tomato (peeled, deseeded, chopped)

• 1 small carrot (peeled, diced – optional for extra sweetness)

• 1–2 tbsp onion (very finely chopped – optional for toddlers)

• ½ cup low-sodium chicken/vegetable stock or water

• 1 tsp olive oil or unsalted butter

Instructions

1. Cook base

   • Heat oil in a small pot. Add onion and tomato, sauté until soft.

   • Add carrot and stir for 2–3 minutes.

2. Add liquid & simmer

   • Pour in stock/water. Simmer until carrot (if used) is very soft.

3. Stir in groundnut paste

   • Add groundnut paste, stir until fully dissolved into the soup.

   • Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes (avoid burning).

4. Adjust texture

   • For 8–9 months → blend smooth into a creamy soup.

   • For 10–12 months → mash lightly and serve as a thick sauce with soft yam, rice, or millet porridge.

✅ Nutritional Benefits

• Groundnut paste → Healthy fats, protein, and energy for growth.

• Tomato → Vitamin C, helps iron absorption.

• Carrot (optional) → Vitamin A for eye & immune health.

• Healthy fat → Boosts brain development and satiety.

⚠️ Note for moms: Always check for peanut allergy risk before introducing groundnut. Start with small amounts and monitor baby closely.