Stage 2 · 7–8mGlobal5 min4 servings · ~25 g each

Baby Hummus

Salt-free hummus — a smooth way to introduce sesame (tahini).

Contains: Sesame

Good for:

Growth

Ingredients

Breast milk, formula or water used to adjust texture is not counted in nutrition.

Method

1
Blend everything with 2–3 tbsp water until completely smooth.

How to serve

Spoon-feed or stir into vegetable purées.

Storage

Fridge up to 3 days.

Tips

Sesame is a major allergen — watch for reactions after the first taste.

What it's good for

Per serving (~25 g), for 7–12 month olds.

Growth
- Protein helps the body repair cells and make new ones, and is important for growth. 20% of daily need. MedlinePlus: Protein in diet ↗

A nutrient counts when one serving gives at least 20% of the daily need (NASEM) — the bar FDA sets for “excellent source” labels. No single food does the job alone; a varied diet does.

Nutrition per serving

% of the daily need for 7–12 month olds.

Energy (vs. daily need from solids)59 kcal30%
Protein2.2 g20%
Iron0.86 mg8%
Zinc0.43 mg14%
Calcium21 mg8%
Vitamin A (RAE)0.32 µg<1%
Vitamin C0.27 mg<1%
Folate37 µg46%
Vitamin B120 µg<1%
DHA (omega-3)0 g

More nutrients

Fat3.1 g10%
Carbohydrate6.0 g6%
Fiber1.8 g
Sugars (naturally occurring)0.97 g
Sodium4.4 mg1%
Potassium70 mg8%
Magnesium12 mg16%
Vitamin D0 µg<1%

Calculated from ingredient weights using USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Daily needs are NASEM Dietary Reference Intakes; energy compares to WHO's estimate of what solids should provide. Each ingredient's record is listed under Data sources. Heat-sensitive vitamins (C, folate) may be lower after cooking for ingredients weighed raw.

Data sources

Chickpeas (cooked)FDC 173757
Tahini (sesame paste)FDC 170189
Olive oilFDC 171413
Cumin seedsFDC 170923