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Quinoa Dog Food Recipe
In the introduction of my recipes, I usually write about what I like best about the dish I just made or about an ingredient that stands out. But this time, I think Ill let the picture above do the taking. This is the first time that Oscar ran away with the photoshoot. The little bugger snuck up while I was taking pictures and ran off with one of my Beef Pupcakes! Its like I dont feed him or something. He jumped up on the chair, snatched the closest one to the edge, and took off like a bat out of hell to the safety of his bed to partake in his ill-gotten booty. I was laughing so hard, that I couldnt stop him from finishing it. He earned that pupcake. And really, the highest form of praise for any chef is an entre worth stealing for, isnt it?Beef Pupcake Dog Food RecipeMakes 24 servingsIngredients:1/2 cup brown rice1 large potato, grated1 tsp sage1 tsp parsley cup cauliflower, finely chopped2 large carrots, grated1 large celery stalks, chopped2 pounds ground beef3 eggs1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup regular rolled oats regular rolled oatsDirections:Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray muffin tins.Steam rice or cook in small saucepan on stove. Once cooked, remove from heat and let cool.In a large bowl, combine potato, carrots, celery, cauliflower, ground beef, celery, parsley, sage, and eggs. Mix ingredients together using your hands.Add olive oil, rolled oats, and rice, and mix well.Fill each muffin cup and pat down firm. Bake 45 minutes.Cool on a rack. Remove the meat pupcakes by turning the muffin tin upside down over or scooping out with spoon or fork. Refrigerate or freeze in sealed plastic bags.Benefits of Cauliflower for DogsWhile the pupcakes are certainly a treat that will make your dog drool and wag his tail, it includes some healthy ingredients that can improve your dogs health. Cauliflower is a perfect example of this. The vegetable is packed with valuable nutrients. Its a source of vitamins A, C, and K, calcium, choline, potassium, folate, and dietary fiber. This combination of vitamins and minerals works to improve many different areas of your dogs body including improving your dogs digestive health, reducing the risk of heart disease, boosting the immune system, strengthening muscles, and supporting the nervous system. It also contains antioxidants which can help to slow the effects of aging and slow the cognitive decline that often comes as dogs enter their golden years. Can My Dog Eat Eggs? Are you concerned about the addition of eggs in the recipe? Dogs can benefit from eating this protein-rich snack in moderation. The general rule of thumb is that your dog should have no more than one egg per day. With only 3 eggs total in the whole recipe, this isnt going to be a concern when treating your dog with a pupcake! In addition to being a great source of protein, eggs also provide vitamins A and B12, folate, iron, riboflavin, and selenium. They help to build stronger teeth and bones, support skin and coat health, boost the immune system and maintains healthy muscles. Dog owners that are also interested in the minerals found in eggshells may also wish to grind the shells and include them in the recipe. I hope your dog enjoys this Beef Pupcake Dog Food Recipe as much as Oscar did. Sneaky little dog!
Recipe: Simple Quinoa Dog Food
Quinoa is well known as one of the best superfoods for humans. These powerful little seeds are grain-free and high in protein. Quinoa was also one of the very few plant foods that provides sufficient amounts of all 9 essential amino acids. This simple quinoa dog food recipe is as healthy for your pup as it is you!
Because of its high nutritional contents, quinoa is a common ingredient in vegetarian and vegan diets. This superfood is also low in calories, low in fat and cholesterol-free. It's rich in fiber, magnesium, iron and vitamin B12.
Making homemade dog food allows you to cater recipes to your dog's needs. Homemade recipes don't include fillers. Every ingredient has a purpose. This simple quinoa dog food only contains 4 ingredients, and it's an ideal choice for dogs with a sensitive stomach.
Simple Quinoa Dog Food Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. coconut oil
- 2 lbs. ground turkey
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup carrots (chopped)
Directions
Along with being a limited ingredient recipe, this simple quinoa dog food is also very easy to make. This recipe only makes 4-5 cups of dog food, but you can make it in larger quantities and freeze for use at a later time.
First, heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan until fully melted. Add the turkey and cook until browned. Drain all the excess fat.
While the turkey is cooking, you can cook the quinoa in a saucepan. Prepare the quinoa according to the instructions on the package. Drain any excess water after the quinoa is finished cooking.
Once the turkey and quinoa are finished, mix all of the ingredients together. My dogs enjoy the added crunch of raw carrots. If your dog doesn't enjoy raw vegetables or has dental issues that make it difficult to chew, you can steam or boil the carrots to soften them.
I recommend feeding about 1/2 cup of this simple quinoa dog food for every 20 pounds of body weight per serving. This recommendation is for 2 servings per day. So, if your dog weighs 20 pounds, he would eat 1/2 cup in the morning and 1/2 cup in the evening.
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. As I mentioned, you can also make this recipe in bulk and freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
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Recipe: Quinoa and Blueberry Homemade Dog Food
Quinoa is known as a superfood for humans. These nutrient-dense little seeds are grain-free and high in protein. Quinoa is also one of the very few plant foods that provides sufficient amounts of all 9 essential amino acids. This homemade dog food recipe is as healthy for your pet as it would be for you!
Because of its high nutritional contents, quinoa is a common ingredient invegetarian and vegandiets. This superfood is also low in calories, low in fat and cholesterol-free. It's rich in fiber, magnesium, iron and vitamin B12.
Blueberries are another low calorie, highly nutritious ingredient that I use in this dog food recipe. These sweet little fruits are packed with antioxidants, Vitamins A, B complex, C, E and K, Zinc, Iron and much more! Talk about a superfood!
Quinoa and Blueberry Homemade Dog Food
Making homemade dog food allows you to cater recipes to your dog's needs. Homemade recipes don't include fillers. Every ingredient has a purpose.This quinoa and blueberry homemade dog food recipe tempt even the pickiest eater.
Recipe: Quinoa and Blueberry Homemade Dog Food
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Quinoa and blueberries are both superfoods for dogs (and humans). They are packed with vitamins, minerals and other necessary nutrients that our dogs need to be healthy. Not only is this recipe healthy for dogs, you may find it to be quite tasty too!
- Author: Samantha Randall
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 cups 1x
- Category: Dog Food
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Dog Food
- 2 cups ground turkey
- 1 cup dry quinoa
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 apple (chopped)
- 1/2 cup green beans
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
Brown the turkey in a frying pan. Drain the grease. Cook the quinoa according to the instructions on the packaging.
Combine the ground turkey, quinoa, blueberries, apple, green beans and pumpkin in a large mixing bowl. You can serve the meal to your dog as soon as it has cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 216
- Sugar: 2.4 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14.9 g
- Fiber: 2.2 g
- Protein: 31.8 g
- Cholesterol: 68 mg
How much to feed:I recommend feeding about 1/2 cup of food for every 20-25 pounds of body weight. This recommendation is for 2 servings per day.This is just a guideline.Lazier pets and senior dogs may not need as many. It is extremely important to consult your veterinarian about the best serving size for your dog.
How to store:You can store the leftover quinoa and blueberry dog food in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freeze them and theyll keep for up to 3 months. Keep in mind that this recipe includes no preservatives, so it won't last nearly as long as commercial dog food.
For More Information
We publish many homemade dog food and treats recipes every month. For more recipes, pet food cooking tips and advice, see our Recipes section. If you're new to home cooked dog food subject, I recommend you read more about How Much To Feed to understand serving sizes, What Supplements To Use to create well-balanced meals, and How To Store for tips on simple and easy homemade dog food storing in a fridge or a freezer.
Chicken Quinoa Dog Food Recipe
Chicken Quinoa Dog Food Recipe
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This grain free chicken quinoa dog food recipe is packed full of nutrition and flavor. Cooked chicken is served with kale, pumpkin, quinoa and healthy blueberries.
All the ingredients are cooked separately, then served together with the fresh blueberries. This homemade dog food is low in fat, calories and carbohydrates and full of protein.
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IS QUINOA SAFE FOR DOGS?
Technically a seeds, quinoa contains a healthy amount of amino acids, have a high fiber and protein content and is also a good source of antioxidants. It's a great alternative to rice too.
However, the quinoa needs to be washed and cooked thoroughly before serving it to your dog. Do not feed it raw to your dog.
Remember to go slowly when introducing new foods. And we recommend checking with your veterinarian first if your dog has any digestive issues or other health concerns.
INGREDIENTS
This homemade dog dinner is full of colour and texture. The quantities in this recipe are for my 4 dogs so if you are feeding a small dog you may want to reduce the amounts or half the recipe.
- Chicken - we used skinless chicken breasts. You could use other cuts of chicken but remove the bones.
- Kale - This can be swapped with fresh spinach.
- Blueberries - Fresh are preferable to frozen
- Pumpkin - Sweet potato could be substituted
- Quinoa - We used a mixture of different quinoa colors.
- Nutritional Yeast - a great source of protein and amino acids
- Coconut Oil - Virgin coconut oil is preferable.
Remember to go slowly when introducing new foods. And we recommend checking with your veterinarian first if your dog has any digestive issues or other health concerns.
HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN QUINOA DOG FOOD
The ingredients are all cooked separately, then assembled together. We chose to poach the chicken breasts as it makes it easier to shred the cooked meat. If you cook all the ingredients at the same time it's a meal that can be ready in under 30 minutes.
Poach the chicken breasts
Wash and cook the quinoa in water
Boil or steam the pumpkin chunks
Cook the kale in coconut oil and add nutritional yeast
Mix all the ingredients together
Dinner is served!
RECIPE TIPS
Mash the combined food for smaller dogs so that they can digest it easily. Or blitz it in a food processor for a smoother meal.
STORAGE
Keep this food in the refrigerator in a sealed container and it should last up to 4 days.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is quinoa better than rice for dogs?This depends upon whether has your digestive issue with grains, then quinoa is a better option than rice. If your dog has an upset stomach, white rice is often advised. Both quinoa and rice depends upon your dog.
Can you freeze this dog food?As this is a large amount of quinoa dog food, this can be frozen. Place portions of the food once cooked and cooled into air tight container or ziplocked bags. It will freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost in the refrigerator.
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Chicken Quinoa Dog Food Recipe
This grain free chicken dog food recipe is served with quinoa, pumpkin, kale and blueberries for a hearty and healthy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 28 minutes mins
Total Time 43 minutes mins
Course Dog Meals
Cuisine Homemade Dog Food
Servings 16 servings
Calories 104 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 medium chicken breasts skinless and boneless
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups kale chopped
- 1 cup pumpkin cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- cup blueberries
Instructions
Cook the chicken
Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan of water, bring to the boil and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until they are cooked through.
Drain the water, and using two forks, shed the chicken into pieces.
Notes
Makes 16 servings being cup a serving, which is about 3.6 oz or just over 100g per serving.Always check with your veterinarian before introducing any new foods into your dogs diet.Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.Nutrition
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Chicken Quinoa Dog Food Recipe
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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.
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