Balanced Bowl Blend
Prep: ⏱️ 15 min
A nutritious and balanced homemade dog food recipe using fresh meat, vegetables, fruits, and healthy oils. Perfect for a wholesome meal for your dog, with a total daily food intake of 500g.
Ingredients
- 🥄 350g Meat (like boneless chicken, other lean meat) 🍗
- 🥄 50g Organ Meat (like liver, kidneys , heart) 🫀
- 🥄 1 Egg + 1 tsp Eggshell Powder 🥚
- 🥄 30g Vegetables (any two vegetables of your choice like, sweet potato, carrots, bottle gourd, pumpkin)🥦
- 🥄 20g Fruits (like blueberries, apple (seedless), bananas)🍎
- 🥄 0.5 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil / MCT Oil 🫒
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Meat & Organ(⏱️ 10 min)
- 2. If using minced meat & organs Add 1 tsp of oil (hemp, coconut, or olive oil) per 1 kg of food into a pan. Lightly cook the meat and chopped organs without browning them. 🍳
- 3. If using meat chunks Chop the meat and organs into small pieces and boil them gently until fully cooked. 🔪
- 4. Prepare Vegetables & Fruits(⏱️ 5 min) Grate or finely chop vegetables and fruits. Avoid juicing them to retain fiber. 🌱
- 5. Combine(⏱️ 5 min) In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat, organs, grated vegetables, and fruits. Add the raw egg and finely ground eggshell powder for calcium. 🥄
- 6. Portion & Store(⏱️ 5 min) Mix everything thoroughly. Portion the mixture into servings and store in the fridge or freezer. It will last up to one week in the fridge or longer in the freezer. ❄️
Health Benefits
- ✅ High protein content supports muscle development and energy.
- ✅ Healthy fats from olive/MCT oil promote a shiny coat and healthy skin.
- ✅ Vegetables and fruits provide essential vitamins and minerals for overall well-being.
Tips
- 💡 Check your dog's daily food intake quantity using the Food Calculator tab. 🥗
- 💡 You can use any dog-safe vegetables like carrots, spinach, or zucchini. 🥕
- 💡 Choose the vegetables that suit your dog, and ensure your dog is not allergic to the ones you are providing.
- 💡 Always introduce new ingredients gradually to avoid upsetting your dog's stomach.
- 💡 Ensure that the organ meat doesn’t exceed 10% of the total food to maintain a balanced diet.
- 💡 Eggshell powder provides a natural source of calcium, essential for bone health. 🦴
- 💡 Store portions in airtight containers to maintain freshness.
- 💡 Consult your vet to ensure this meal suits your dog's specific dietary needs.