Dill for Babies
Complete guide on how to prepare and serve dill to your baby, by age.
Safety Information
How to Serve Dill to a 6–9 Months Old
How to Cut
For infants starting solids, serve dill finely chopped and sparingly mixed into purees or mashed foods. Fresh dill is soft and feathery, making it low-risk for choking, but always ensure it’s well integrated and not clumped. Avoid offering whole stems or large sprigs, as these are harder to gum and may tickle or irritate the mouth. A pinch (about 0.25 grams or 1/16 teaspoon) is enough to introduce the flavor gently while babies learn about herbs.
Serving Instructions
Begin with a tiny pinch of fresh dill, finely chopped and mixed into purees, mashed veggies, or soft proteins like eggs and fish. Aim for about 0.25 grams (1/16 teaspoon) sprinkled lightly as part of a varied meal, which should also contain iron-rich foods, healthy fats, and vitamin C sources. Some babies may find the flavor strong, so start slow and always observe for any reactions.
How to Serve Dill to a 9–18 Months Old
How to Cut
Continue using fresh dill, finely chopped or torn, mixed into foods like scrambled eggs, yogurt, or soft-cooked vegetables. Dill can also be used to season fish or legumes suitable for this age. Offer in small, manageable portions, avoiding thick stems. Encourage self-feeding by sprinkling a small pinch on finger foods. Still, avoid large clumps or whole stems, as these are harder to chew and could pose a minor irritation.
Serving Instructions
Increase the amount slightly—up to 0.5 grams (1/8 teaspoon)—and offer dill stirred into scrambled eggs, yogurt, soft-cooked veggies, or sprinkled on finger foods. Present as part of a balanced meal including protein, complex carbs, and healthy fats. Avoid whole stems and serve in a form that encourages self-feeding and continued flavor exploration.
How to Serve Dill to a 18+ Months Old
How to Cut
At this stage, dill can be offered both finely chopped and as whole soft sprigs, as long as your child is used to herbs and can chew well. Sprinkle over salads, potatoes, fish, or mix into dips and spreads. Always avoid tough stems, but feel free to increase the amount slightly as your child's palate grows — up to a small handful (about 2 grams or 1/2 teaspoon) mixed into a meal. Encourage exploration of flavors, but monitor for irritation from large herb pieces.
Serving Instructions
Dill can be served more generously, either finely chopped or as soft sprigs, mixed into salads, dips, potatoes, or main courses. Offer up to 2 grams (1/2 teaspoon) as part of a balanced meal with grains, protein, and vegetables. Let your child explore the herb’s unique flavor, but always keep an eye out for potential irritation from larger pieces.
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