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Naranjilla (Lulo) for Babies: Tangy Andean Fruit

A tangy, citrusy Andean fruit (lulo) with green pulp, used in juices and sauces. Bright and sour, it is best cooked or mixed with sweeter fruit for babies.

When to introduce: Around 6 months
Common allergen?: No (not a common allergen)
Texture: Strained pulp, mashed or mixed
Key nutrients: Vitamin C, fiber

When can babies eat naranjilla?

Naranjilla, or lulo, is a tangy Andean fruit with bright green, citrusy pulp, popular in Colombian and Ecuadorian juices. It is quite sour, so strain the seeds and cook it or mix it with sweeter fruit for babies from around 6 months.

How to prepare naranjilla for baby-led weaning (BLW) and purées, by age

6 monthsScoop and strain the pulp, then cook it soft or mix with sweeter fruit like banana and mash into a mild puree.

9 monthsStir strained, softened naranjilla into yogurt or oatmeal.

12 months+Use naranjilla in mild fruit blends and sauces.

Is naranjilla safe? Choking & prep

Strain out the small seeds and balance the tartness with sweeter fruit. Serve in small amounts. Not a common allergen.

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Nutrition

Naranjilla is high in vitamin C and provides fiber, with a bright citrus-like tartness.

Goes well with

Banana · Mango · Yogurt

Storage & freezing

Refrigerate naranjilla and use within a few days, or freeze the strained pulp.

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Frequently asked questions

When can babies have naranjilla?

From around 6 months, strained and cooked or mixed with sweeter fruit to balance the tartness.

What is naranjilla?

A tangy Andean fruit (lulo) with green, citrusy pulp, popular in South American juices.

Is naranjilla a common allergen?

No, it is not a top-9 allergen. Introduce it like any new food.

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Last updated July 2026. How we write these: grounded in widely published pediatric guidance (the AAP, WHO, the NIAID 2017 allergen guidelines, and the LEAP study), and pending independent review by a pediatric professional. See our editorial and medical policy for how we research, source, and update these.

This is general information, not medical advice, and has not been individually reviewed for your baby. Always talk to your pediatrician about your baby's diet, introducing allergens, and any reaction. In an emergency, contact emergency services.

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