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Papaya Sunrise

Carrot goes tropical with banana, papaya, and coconut milk.

Always Organic

Clean Label Certified

No Added Sugar

No Artificial Ingredients

Description

There’s no “right” way to start solids. Meet the frozen baby food built for every stage of the feeding journey. Our organic Veggie Meal Starters are made with pre-cut organic vegetables ready to purée, mash, or serve as finger food, making them great for palate training and fine motor skill development. Serve on their own, paired with a protein, or as a side dish for a simple, low-lift way to introduce peas, carrots, zucchini, and more. Ready in minutes—just cook from frozen and serve however works best for your infant or toddler right now.

Product Details

  • Great for taste and texture exploration
  • Skip the prep work and cut down mealtime with pre-cut, perfectly portioned meals
  • Cook from frozen, then enjoy as a side or add a protein for a deliciously effortless meal
  • No added sweeteners, preservatives, or artificial ingredients 
  • Perfect for self-feeding practice and fine motor skill development
  • Recommended for babies and toddlers starting at 6 months
  • Purée, mash, or serve as finger food
  • USDA Organic & Non-GMO Project Verified

Ingredients

Papaya*, Banana*, Carrot*, Coconut Milk* (Coconut*, Water), Chia Seed*, Lime Juice*, Cinnamon*.

*Organic

Cooking Instructions

FAST & EASY MICROWAVE:

  1. Empty contents into a microwave-safe bowl and add 1 tbsp of water.
  2. Cover and cook on high for 2:30 minutes†,*.
  3. Allow to sit covered for 2 minutes.

†Microwaves vary; for a 900W microwave, add 30 – 60 seconds; for a 600W microwave, add 60 – 90 seconds.

    STOVETOP:

    1. Empty contents into a small saucepan and add 2 tbsp of water
    2. Cover, cook over medium heat, and bring to a low boil.
    3. Stir occasionally to separate pieces; add more water if needed.
    4. Once all pieces are separated, cover and simmer for 1 minute* more.
    5. Remove from heat and allow to sit covered for 2 minutes.

    *Cook until product reaches 165F internal temperature.

    Let cool, then puree (6-8+mo), mash (8+mo), or serve as finger food (8+mo) to your little one.

    If serving as finger food, cut larger pieces of fruits and veggies into bite size (1/4 inch) pieces. Always supervise when feeding. Take caution when removing the cover, as steam will be hot.

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    NO SUGAR ADDED

    ALWAYS ORGANIC

    CLEAN LABEL CERTIFIED

    NO ARTIFICIAL INGREDIENTS

    Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.909091 / 5 from 110 reviews.

    AI Generated Review Summary

    Papaya Sunrise offers a delightful combination of pre-cut veggies and fruits for babies to practice self-feeding. Loved by both children and adults, it simplifies mealtime with its delicious flavor and USDA Organic ingredients. Perfect for introducing new ingredients and developing fine motor skills.

    Summary topics

    • Papaya Sunrise (9%): It was reported by customers that Papaya Sunrise is loved by both children and adults alike.
    • Food Quality (13%): It was noted by customers that the food was great, delicious, and loved by their children.
    • Meal Experience (29%): Many customers brought up that their child loves these meals and it smells sooo good, making it a favorite.
    • Flavor Profile (25%): Many customers stated that the flavor of the product is amazing and their children enjoyed eating it more than other options.

    Review topics: ["size","flavor","variety","look","ingredients","favorite","meal","food","papaya sunrise","smells","veggies","son","kids","eating","chunks"].

    Review highlights

    • "My child has loved the meals now as she is getting older."Katie J.
    • "My son really likes the Papaya Sunrise."Alicia L.
    • "My LO loved the flavors so much and the finger foods are so easy to make."Tasia L.

    Reviews

    Delicious!

    "My toddler loves all of the OUAF meals! Delicious and nutritious!"

    Erica R. (5/5)

    Looks good.

    "All meals really looks good but maybe my baby still isn't ready for solids she doesn't like it :("

    Anastasiya V. (5/5)

    My son loves this

    "It's my one year old's favorite dinner side. When it's gone, he slurps up any juices left. I swear he is going to turn into a papaya any day now."

    Gabrielle A. (5/5)

    Smells good

    "Baby loves it!"

    Aimee B. (5/5)

    Our favorite!

    "My kiddo loves this even at two! It’s definitely our favorite option."

    Anna B. (5/5)

    Little guys approved

    "Smelled great our little guy gobbled it down!"

    Kaitlin R. (5/5)

    Baby loves these!

    "Baby is not a big fan of some stuff but loves these meals!"

    Joseph H. (5/5)

    Love it!

    "This flavor was a hit with my 8 month old! he still does not finish entire contents but we are able to portion for him."

    kailani f. (5/5)

    Papaya sunrise

    "This is one of my 1 year old favorites!"

    Kristen W. (5/5)

    YUMMY YUMMY!

    "My grandson loved it! We served half mixed with a meat pouch & the other half for him to eat with his fingers, and he enjoyed it both ways."

    CORINA M. (5/5)

    Q&A

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the recommended age for meals?

    Age recommendations vary by product. Our Meal Starters and Oatmeal & Fruit meals are suitable for babies 6+ months and toddlers, while our Pasta Meals and Little Foodie Meals are designed for toddlers 12+ months. Please refer to the age recommendation on the front of the package and the preparation guidance on the back. Of course, it is ultimately up to you and your pediatrician to determine what is the best food to feed your child and when. For a full list of recommended ages, please reference our products by age blog.

    How should the meals be stored?

    The meals must be stored frozen. As soon as you receive your delivery, immediately place the meals and/or oats in the freezer. The meal should remain frozen until you’re ready to cook it straight from the freezer. Do not thaw before cooking.

    Can I thaw or defrost the frozen meals before cooking?

    No. Our meals must be cooked from frozen, not thawed. Please cook immediately after removing the meal from the freezer.

    How should I cook the frozen meals?

    Cooking instructions vary by meal. Please follow the microwave or stovetop directions on the back of each package.

    Can I save leftovers and reheat a frozen meal if my baby doesn’t finish it?

    Yes. Once cooked, you can refrigerate any leftovers for up to 3 days. We recommend
    following the USDA food safety guidelines for the safe storage and reheating of leftovers.

    Are frozen meals dairy free?

    Our frozen meals do not contain any dairy ingredients.