Can babies eat tomato?
Yes. Tomato can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve tomato
6 to 8 months
- Peel the skin off first.
- Very ripe and soft, cut into a large wedge or spear that is easy to hold. Take off any tough skin.
9 to 11 months
- Remove seeds and stones, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Never serve whole.
- 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
- Remove seeds and stones, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Never serve whole.
Choking risk and safety
FAQ
Can babies eat tomato?
Yes. Tomato can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Peel it and serve a large cooked wedge, or quarter small ones lengthwise. The acid may redden the skin around the mouth, which is harmless.
How do I serve tomato to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Peel the skin off first. Very ripe and soft, cut into a large wedge or spear that is easy to hold. Take off any tough skin. 9 to 11 months: Remove seeds and stones, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Never serve whole. 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: Remove seeds and stones, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Never serve whole.
Is tomato a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track tomato 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.
