Red Lentil Falafels 🧆🥕

A soft, protein-rich veggie bite that’s perfect for BLW — mild flavours, easy to hold, and great for little ones exploring textures 👌

⚡ Quick Info

  • ⏱ Time: 35 mins

  • 👶 Age: 8 months+

  • 🌱 Allergens: Gluten (flour)

  • 💪 Benefits: Plant protein + fibre

🧂 Ingredients (in order of use)

  • 1 cup boiled & cooked lentils

  • 1 large carrot, grated

  • 1 tsp turmeric

  • ½ tsp cumin

  • 3 tbsp flour

👨‍🍳 Method

① Mix lentils with grated carrot (aim for a 50/50 consistency)

② Add turmeric, cumin, and flour, then mix until sticky

③ Shape into small, bite-sized pieces

④ Pan-fry for about 7 minutes each side until golden and crisp

👶 Juju Verdict

Soft inside with a light crisp on the outside — easy to hold and perfect for self-feeding 👌

🧠 #FitDadsCook Says

  • Lentils = great plant-based protein

  • Carrots = vitamin A for growth

  • Turmeric = natural anti-inflammatory

📊 Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 145 kcal

  • Protein: 6g

  • Carbs: 16g

  • Fat: 6g

  • Fibre: 4g