10 Minute Spinach Puree (For Babies)

I've been making spinach puree since my first baby, over ten years ago when I splurged on a Vitamix and became obsessed with blending everything in sight. Spinach felt like a scary one at first, but once I mixed it with pear puree, mashed bananas, or pureed sweet potatoes, even my pickiest eater was all in. These days, one of my kids still reaches for spinach apple beet pouches like it's a treat.

Whether you're making pureed spinach for babies or sneaking greens into your own meals, this recipe is fast, flexible, and packed with options. It's a 10-minute, no-fuss win for busy parents like me who swear by pantry ingredients. And once you've got a stash of frozen spinach cubes, try adding them to my spinach lemon orzo for a dinner that's quick and delish.

 

Ingredients & Notes

⭐Baby Spinach: I usually grab the prewashed kind to keep things easy. If you're using unwashed spinach, make sure to rinse it thoroughly and pat it dry. Gritty puree? Not a vibe.

⭐Lemon: Just a splash brightens up the flavor. That said, if you're planning to freeze the cubes for smoothies or baking, leave it out, but if you are going to pair with other purees or toss them into soups and easy pasta dishes, game on!

Fresh or Frozen Spinach: Either one will work. If you want to use frozen spinach, just thaw and toss it right into the blender. But heads up, frozen spinach tends to have a stronger, more "earthy" flavor. Not bad, just different. Worth trying both to see which one your crew likes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Blending and Consistency Tips

Some babies prefer their puree super thin: If that's the case, you can stir in extra water, a splash of stock, breast milk, or formula. Want it thicker? Blend with cooked rice cereal, oats, or blend with cooked sweet peas.

The texture and consistency are totally customizable, depending on what your little one's used to, or what you have in the fridge.

How to Store and Freeze

I like freezing this in silicone ice cube trays so I can grab just what I need. I usually keep one small jar (about 4 oz) in the fridge for the next day or two and freeze the rest.

For frozen cubes, defrost them overnight in the fridge or heat them in short 10-second bursts in the microwave until thawed. Just be sure to stir well before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Spinach puree goes with a bunch of other baby foods. You'll find what works best through a little trial and error (and a lot of face scrunches).

Check out this chart for my go-to combos and bookmark it for those "what do I even feed this kid today" moments.

Other Uses for Spinach Puree

This isn't just for babies. I keep spinach cubes in my freezer year-round. They're perfect for tossing into red sauces, triple berry smoothies, or using as a base for a last-minute spinach pesto.

Sometimes I'll mix a cube into the scrambled eggs in our egg and cheese breakfast burritos or hide it in these kid friendly green muffins. Yes, muffins. It's one of those small mom wins that makes me feel like I've got my act together, whether I actually do or not.

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