Vegetable Idli for Toddlers – Soft, Fluffy & Full of Veggies

delicious idli served with sambar on banana leaf, showcasing traditional flavors and textures

Looking for a healthy, yummy, and toddler-approved snack? 🍼

These soft & fluffy vegetable idlis are the perfect way to sneak in nutrition while keeping mealtime fun!


🌽 Why Vegetable Idli is Perfect for Toddlers

Light, easy to digest, and loaded with veggies – this recipe makes mealtime both healthy and happy.


🥕 Ingredients You’ll Need

Just a handful of simple ingredients make these idlis wholesome.

  • 1 cup idli batter (fermented rice & urad dal)
  • ½ cup finely chopped veggies (carrot 🥕, beans, capsicum, corn 🌽)
  • 2 tbsp grated cheese (optional, for toddlers who love cheesy flavors 🧀)
  • 1 tsp ghee or oil
  • A pinch of salt (optional if your toddler is under 1 year)

🥄 Step-by-Step Method

Simple steps for fluffy, veggie-filled idlis.

  1. Grease the idli plates with a little ghee/oil.
  2. Mix chopped veggies into the idli batter.
  3. Pour the batter into the idli moulds.
  4. Steam for 10–12 minutes until soft & fluffy.
  5. Serve warm with chutney or curd 🥣 (skip spicy chutney for toddlers).

🍅 Tips to Make it Extra Healthy

Quick tweaks to add more nutrition and taste!

  • Add spinach purée 🌿 for extra iron.
  • Use beetroot for a natural pink color toddlers love 💕.
  • Sneak in grated paneer for protein boost.
  • Always serve fresh & warm for the best texture.

💡 Why Moms Love This Recipe

Easy to make, full of hidden veggies, and freezer-friendly – perfect for busy mornings!



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