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November 17, 2026
Green lentil dahl with fragrant jasmine rice for babies and toddlers
Green lentils simmered with tomato, peppers, ginger and gentle spices, served with jasmine rice. Vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free as standard.
Age
Babies from 7 months and toddlers 1–4 years
Textures
Smooth, lumpy, bite-sized or toddler portion
Suits
Vegetarian · Dairy-free · Egg-free
Reviewed by Jo Lenz
Our HCPC-registered paediatric dietitian plans the menu and reviews every recipe.
Cooked by Chef Kwesi
Made fresh each morning by our executive head chef and his team in Battersea, London. Never frozen.
About this dish
No added salt or sugar
Flavour comes from herbs, spices and the ingredients themselves.
Dahl is one of the easiest ways to bring lentils into your little one's week. We cook green lentils slowly with tomato, mixed peppers, garlic, ginger, cumin and turmeric until soft and comforting, then serve them with fragrant jasmine rice.
The spices are warming rather than hot, so babies meet new flavours without heat. A spoon of soya yoghurt makes the sauce silky without dairy.
A note from Jo Lenz, paediatric dietitian
From Chef Kwesi
One dish, every stage
Our main meals come in the texture your child is ready for, and you can switch any time from your account.
Smooth
Blended for babies starting out on solids.
Lumpy
Soft lumps to practise chewing.
Bite-sized
Soft pieces for little fingers and self-feeding.
Toddler
A bigger portion for children aged 1 to 4.
Questions parents ask
Is dahl good for babies?
Dahl is a gentle way to introduce lentils and mild spices. We cook it until very soft, and it comes smooth, lumpy or bite-sized for babies from 7 months.
How do I reheat the lentil dahl?
Microwave for 60 seconds (baby) or 90 seconds (toddler). For babies under 2, reheat on the hob with a dash of water and the lid on at medium heat for 3 minutes. Rice dishes keep in the fridge for 1 day.
Is the dahl dairy-free?
Yes. We use soya yoghurt instead of dairy, so the dahl is vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free. It does contain soya.
Fresh meals for babies and toddlers, cooked in London every morning
Chef Kwesi and the team cook every meal from scratch in our Battersea kitchen. Our own drivers deliver them chilled across London, ready to heat and serve.
From £11.99 a day
Each delivery day brings two main meals and a booster from that day’s menu. Toddler days (1–4 years) are £15.49. Free delivery across London.