- Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C). Line a baking tray with parchment or lightly grease it.
- Wash and peel the sweet potato. Cut it into thick sticks about 1 cm wide and 6–7 cm long (easy for little hands to hold).
- Toss the sweet potato sticks with 5 g olive oil and 1 g ground cinnamon (optional). Spread them in a single layer on the tray so pieces don’t overlap.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they are soft inside and lightly golden at the edges. Test a piece with a fork— it should be tender enough to squish slightly between your fingers.
- While the sweet potatoes roast, trim the ends of the green beans. If beans are long, cut them into 4–6 cm lengths to keep them toddler-friendly.
- Bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 5–8 minutes until very tender (longer if needed for softness). Drain and cool slightly. You can steam instead for 6–10 minutes until very soft.
- Check the temperature and softness of both foods. Offer the roasted sweet potato sticks and tender green beans as finger foods. For baby-led weaning, present whole sticks and bean pieces so your toddler can grasp and self-feed; you can mash a small corner of a sweet potato stick to make it easier to gum if needed.
- Optional: drizzle a tiny extra bit of olive oil before serving. Avoid adding salt or honey for babies under 1 year.
Summary
Simple toddler-friendly dinner of soft roasted sweet potato sticks and tender green beans, designed for baby-led weaning (10+ months). Soft texture and manageable sizes help self-feeding while providing veggies and healthy fat.
Storing
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours. Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 6–8 minutes to restore softness, or warm gently and check temperature before serving. Do not refreeze after cooking.
Allergies & Side Effects
Ingredients are low-allergy, but introduce new foods one at a time and watch for reactions. Avoid added salt and honey. Always supervise your toddler while eating and ensure pieces are soft and appropriately sized to reduce choking risk.