One Tray Bake Beef and Prune Koftas with Roast Pumpkin and Cous Cous
Another family-friendly one tray bake that's packed full of nutrition for the whole family.
The koftas make a great finger food for little ones starting solids, as do the chunky vegetables. The couscous is a little trickier on its own, but once you mix it with some of the avocado dressing it will easily stick to a spoon.
Quick Recipe Snapshot
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30-40 minutes
Serves: 4 (family style)
Freezer friendly: Yes
Texture: Soft koftas with chunky veg
Age & Texture Guidance
The soft koftas and chunky roast veggies work as finger foods from 6 months, once egg has been safely introduced.
6-9 months: offer long kofta pieces and soft veg strips; mix couscous with dressing so it holds together.
9-12 months: smaller pieces as pincer grasp develops.
12 months+: serve as is.
Allergens Present
Egg (koftas), wheat (couscous) and dairy (yoghurt in the dressing).
Allergen Substitutions
Egg → flax egg.
Couscous → a gluten-free grain such as quinoa or rice.
Yoghurt → coconut milk in the dressing.
Why We Love This Recipe
A whole-family meal in one tray
Iron-rich beef and fibre-rich prunes
Soft koftas and veg make brilliant finger foods
Leftovers stock the freezer beautifully
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