A nurse is teaching a parent of a 2-year-old child about safe food choices. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?

A. Grapes can be a choking hazard for young children and should be cut into small pieces if served. B. Raw carrots are hard and can also be a choking hazard for a 2-year-old. C. Celery is fibrous and can pose a choking risk for young children. D. Bananas are soft, easy to chew, and are considered a safe food choice for a 2-year-old.