Complementary feeding for 1-year-olds can become challenging when your toddler enters a food refusal phase. Even nutritious dishes can be rejected if toddlers become bored with repetitive flavors.
But don’t worry—Crystal of the Sea has selected 10 flavorful and nutritious complementary feeding recipes ideal for 1-year-olds. These easy, healthy meals will add variety to your toddler’s diet and encourage healthy eating habits.
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Nutritional Needs for Complementary Feeding for 1-Year-Olds
At the age of one, toddlers’ nutritional requirements increase significantly. Essential daily nutrients include:
- Vitamin A: 400 mcg
- Vitamin D: 15 mcg
- Vitamin E: 6 mg
- Vitamin K: 15 mcg
- Potassium: 1000 mg
- Calcium: 650 mg
- Iron: 8 mg
- Magnesium: 60 mg
- Phosphorus: 500 mg
- Carbohydrates: 155 g
- Fiber: 16 g
- Water: 1200 ml
- Protein: 26 g
- Fat: 44 g
Aim to provide your toddler with three balanced meals and two snacks daily to meet these nutritional needs.
Delicious Complementary Feeding Recipes for 1-Year-Olds
Here are ten tasty recipes designed specifically for complementary feeding for 1-year-olds, helping prevent food refusal and supporting healthy weight gain.
1. Potato and Red Kidney Bean Patties
These soft, nutritious patties are perfect for toddlers and packed with brain-boosting nutrients.
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 2 steamed potatoes (mashed)
- 1 steamed carrot (mashed)
- 1 minced chicken thigh
- 2 tbsp boiled red kidney beans (mashed)
- ½ tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 stalks celery (finely chopped)
Instructions:
- Beat egg; set aside.
- Combine remaining ingredients; form patties.
- Dip patties in egg, fry until golden.
2. Salmon Rice
Rich in Omega-3, this tasty rice dish is ideal for cognitive development.
Ingredients:
- 1 diced tempeh
- 3 broccoli florets (steamed and chopped)
- Grilled shredded salmon
- 2 tbsp rice
- 1 clove garlic (chopped)
- 100 ml broth
Instructions:
- Cook rice in broth until dry.
- Sauté garlic, broccoli, salmon, tempeh.
- Combine and steam for 15 minutes.
3. Yellow Chicken Porridge
Introduce variety with this nutrient-rich porridge.
Ingredients:
- 250g rice
- ¼ chicken (meat separated)
- 1500 ml water
- 3 garlic cloves (mashed)
- 6 shallots (mashed)
- 1 cm turmeric (minced)
- 1 scallion (chopped)
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions:
- Boil chicken bones for broth.
- Sauté garlic, shallots, turmeric, scallion; add chicken.
- Cook with broth and rice until thickened; steam until fully cooked.
4. Chicken Bolognese
A Western-inspired, flavorful meal perfect for complementary feeding.
Ingredients:
- 50g minced chicken
- 8 steamed red kidney beans
- 1 tbsp grated carrot
- ½ blended tomato
- ½ steamed potato
- Chopped garlic, onion
- Olive oil, oregano
- 250 ml water
Instructions:
- Sauté garlic, onion, and chicken.
- Add vegetables, water, spices; blend until smooth.
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5. Western-Style Breakfast
Start your toddler’s day with an exciting, nutritious breakfast.
Ingredients:
- 1 diced potato
- 3 cherry tomatoes
- 1 egg
- Pinch of salt
- Cheddar cheese, butter
Instructions:
- Boil potatoes and tomatoes.
- Scramble egg with butter, cheese, salt.
- Serve separately on a colorful plate.
6. Corn and Tuna Soup
A comforting and nutritious soup option.
Ingredients:
- 100g mashed sweet corn
- 100g chopped tuna fillet
- 50g diced carrots
- 1 tsp butter, flour
- 1½ cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ tsp salt
- 300 ml chicken broth
Instructions:
- Sauté garlic in butter; add flour.
- Add broth gradually, then remaining ingredients.
- Simmer until cooked.
7. Toddler-Friendly Egg Fried Rice
A soft-textured fried rice suitable for your toddler.
Ingredients:
- 5 tbsp cooked rice
- 1 scrambled egg or minced chicken
- Garlic, shallot
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 chopped green beans
- ½ diced carrot
- ¼ tsp salt, 1 tsp sweet soy sauce
Instructions:
- Sauté garlic, shallots in butter.
- Add vegetables, then egg/chicken; mix well.
- Add rice, soy sauce; stir-fry.
Final Thoughts on Complementary Feeding for 1-Year-Olds
Successful complementary feeding for 1-year-olds involves variety, balance, and creativity. These recipes are designed to keep mealtimes enjoyable and nutritious, reducing food refusal and encouraging healthy eating habits from an early age.
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