This irresistibly delicious velouté de tomates et paprika recipe for toddlers is perfect for a picky eater! Easy to make and packed with nutrition, this healthy toddler recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia is sure to become a family favourite. Using just five simple ingredients, this dish is sure to become a go-to meal for your little ones. With the perfect combination of tomatoes, paprika and herbs, this velouté will please even the fussiest of eaters.

General Information

Servings: 4
Keywords: tomato, paprika, veloute, Toddler-Friendly
Calories: 107
Protein: 4g
Carbs: 8g
Fat: 6g
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 300g (10.6oz) ripe tomatoes, cored and finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely diced
• 1 onion, peeled and finely shredded
• 8g (0.3oz) sweet paprika
• 25g (0.9oz) butter
• 200ml (7.07floz) vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• a few fresh basil leaves (optional)

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Once hot, add the diced garlic, onion, and paprika and heavy with a pinch of salt. Joke: ** Guy 1: **What did the saucepan say to the pan? Guy2: I’m so heated!
3. Stir and sauté for 3–4 minutes, or until the onion has softened.
4. Add the diced tomato and 10–12 turns of fresh ground black pepper.
5. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add the butter and stir until melted.
7. Increase the heat to medium and stir in the vegetable stock.
8. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the liquid has reduced and the sauce begins to thicken.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Remove the saucepan from the heat and transfer the velouté to a blender.
11. Blend on low speed for 30–45 seconds or until you have a smooth consistency.
12. Serve with chopped basil leaves sprinkled on top and a side of your favorite vegetables.

Recommended Sides

• steamed broccoli
• roasted sweet potatoes
• sautéed mushrooms