Chopped Steak with Steamed Potato, Carrot and Beetroot

This dish is so tasty, it will familiarize your child with different spices and flavors

Steak

• Provides vital nutrients, including B vitamins, iron, and zinc, as well as excellent protein sources.

• These nutrients are vital for brain development, motor skills, as well as nerve development, and overall growth.

  Potato

  Contains vital nutrients like Vitamins B and C, Calcium, Iron, Folic acid, and Potassium which help:

• our tissues and cells grow and stay healthy.

• keeps the immune system strong and a healthy heart

• improves blood circulation and the nervous system

  Carrot

• a great source of vitamin A and beta-carotene.

• Vitamin A is crucial for eyesight.

• helps cell growth and is crucial in heart, lung, and kidney function

• it contains antioxidants that improve your immune system, aid your night vision, and keep your heart healthy.

  Beetroot

• It provides many vitamins and minerals, including Fiber and Folate.

• Antioxidants in beets are important for their cancer-fighting properties.

• Maintain healthy body weight and promote digestive health.

• can decrease blood levels of homocysteine, which in turn decreases the risk of inflammation and heart disease.

  Ingredients

• 1/4 pound Slice of organic New York strip steak (optional). Alternatively, you can choose a different type of fatless beef steak.

• a tiny pinch of salt and pepper, 1/4 tsp ground rosemary, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and a tiny pinch of dill weed for flavor

• 1 carrot, 1 potato, and 1 medium size beetroot (or you can choose any other vegetable you have).

  Directions

• Heat the oven to 400°F and add the steak. Cook for 10-12 minutes until it is well done.

• Ensure that the vegetables are thoroughly washed under running water.

• Then add the beetroot to the boiling water of the pot and let it cook for 15 minutes until it gets tender.

• Add the carrot and potato at the end and let them cook together for 10 minutes.

• Once all the ingredients are ready, cut them into pieces so your child can chew them.

  The recipe is not just for your child; it is a tasty and simple lunch or dinner for you as well. So, you don't need to prepare separate meals for yourself and your child :)

  Be sure the food is fully cooled before serving it to your child (suitable temperature).

  Sources:

  • https://eatfresh.org/discover-foods/potatoes

  • https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/seasonal-produce-guide

  • https://nesfp.nutrition.tufts.edu/