Tomato, cooked and strained
VegetablesFrom about 8 months
When can babies start?
Tomato, cooked and strained can usually be offered from around 8 months, once solids are underway.Guideline basis: WHO 2023 complementary feeding guideline and IAP guidance
How to serve by age
- Up to 12 monthscooked strained tomato in food
- Up to 24 monthssoft peeled tomato pieces
Fits these family diets
VegetarianJainEgglessNon-vegetarian
Common questions
- When can babies have Tomato, cooked and strained?
- Tomato, cooked and strained can usually be offered from around 8 months (WHO 2023 complementary feeding guideline and IAP guidance)
- How should I serve Tomato, cooked and strained at first?
- Start with cooked strained tomato in food, and progress textures as your baby grows — see the serving guide above.
- Is Tomato, cooked and strained a common allergen?
- No — Tomato, cooked and strained is not one of the major allergen groups, though any new food is best offered on its own at first.
Why we say this
Acidic fruit-vegetable used cooked in family foods
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Educational information from curated sources — not medical advice. Always confirm with your paediatrician.