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Tuna and vegetable cakes

8-12 months
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    Recipe Information

    Preparation: 10 minutes

    Cooking time: 15-20 minutes

    Freeze: Up to 2 months

    Serves: 2 adults

    Ingredients

    • 6 baby white potatoes  
    • 2 carrots  
    • 1 large zucchini  
    • 3 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 cup rolled oats
    • 1 tsb mixed dry herbs (optional)
    • 360g canned tuna in Springwater  

    Directions

    1. Heat a large saucepan of water over medium heat and bring to the boil. 

    1. Peel and chop the potatoes into small pieces and add to the boiling water. 

    1. Chop the carrots and zucchini into small pieces and add to the saucepan. 

    1. Boil vegetables until soft and tender (about 10 minutes), then drain. 

    1. Add butter and mash the vegetables together until well combined. 

    1. Allow the mixture to cool slightly. 

    1. Add breadcrumbs, mixed herbs and tuna. Mix until combined. 

    1. Roll the mixture into small balls, pressing firmly. 

    1. Heat olive oil in a large fry pan over medium heat. 

    1. Place the balls in the pan and cook for 3–5 minutes. Gently flatten with a spatula, then flip and cook for a further 5 minutes until lightly golden. 

    1. Remove from heat and cool slightly before serving. 

    Serving  

    Do not add salt to your baby’s food. For the rest of the family, you can season the meal with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.

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    Last updated: 21 Apr, 2026 - 06:25
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