Easy lamb recipes for babies and toddlers

Ready to make mealtimes simple and nourishing? New Zealand lamb is packed with the good stuff - iron, protein, zinc, and vitamin B12 to help your baby grow strong and healthy. It’s easy to prepare, full of flavour, and perfect for sharing with the whole family.

We’ve gathered some of our favourite lamb recipes that are perfect for babies and toddlers. Each one can be easily adapted to suit your child’s age and stage - find our

texture and preparation guide here.

And remember, we have lots more

family friendly recipes

that can be adapted for little eaters with a few simple tweaks to texture and seasoning.

A bowl of white rice and meat stew with potatoes and peas, with a pink child's fork.

Casserole lamb

A cosy lamb casserole that grows with your family! Start with a soft nourishing base for your baby and then add a swirl of curry paste or fresh herbs to make it a comnforting meal for the whole family.

Lamb soup

This lamb and veggie soup is a family favourite that's easy to adapt for every age. Blend the cooked NZ lamb and veggies with a little broth, the season the rest for everyone else.

A child's divided plate with spaghetti bolognese, broccoli florets, and a fruit mix of orange segments and kiwi slices, next to a light blue fork.

Toddler bolgonese

Lamb mince is a family favourite and a good source of dietary protein, iron, and zinc. This toddler bolognese will be a hit with the whole family and sneaks in plenty of extra vegetables.

Meat and vegetable stew topped with browned potato slices, served with a green side salad.

Meaty hot pot

The classic hot pot is a delicious way to turn everyday veggies into something special. It's hearty, nourishing and easy to adapt for little one - just blend or mash to the right texture.

A plate of couscous topped with a meat, chickpea, and carrot stew, with a bowl of broccoli in the background.

Moroccan diced lamb

A taste of adventure for the whole family. This Moroccan diced lamb is rich in gentle spices and perfect for little ones discovering new flavours.

A bowl of udon noodle stir-fry with beef, broccoli, carrots, and peas, with a fork.

Family lamb stir fry

A speedy lamb stir fry that everyone will love! Bursting with colour and flavour, it's simple to make and easy to adapt for your baby. Choose low sodium options and you can adjust the texture to suit.