Can babies eat green beans?
Yes. Green beans can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve green beans
6 to 8 months
- Steam, boil or roast until very soft: it should squish easily between your finger and thumb.
9 to 11 months
- Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
12 months and older
- Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
Choking risk and safety
FAQ
Can babies eat green beans?
Yes. Green beans can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Top and tail them and cook until very soft; a whole bean makes a good handle to chew on.
How do I serve green beans to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Steam, boil or roast until very soft: it should squish easily between your finger and thumb. 9 to 11 months: Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb. 12 months and older: Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
Is green beans a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track green beans and every first food
Log what your baby tries, how it went and any reaction, with serving advice for every food, in the Munchlet app.
