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Beef Zucchini Meatballs for Dogs
These grain-free treats use zucchini for moisture and almond flour for structure. They are high in protein and easy to portion.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 24 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lean beef
- 1 cup zucchini grated
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the ground beef, zucchini, egg and cheese into a large bowl and mix tho roughly.
- Fold in the almond flour and work into the mixture until it is firm enough to make meatballs.
- Using either a cookie scooper or damp hands form the mixture into meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool before your dogs can enjoy them.
Substitutions
- Use ground turkey instead of beef.
- Oat flour can replace almond flour.
- Swap cheddar for low-fat cottage cheese.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 small treat per day |
| 15 kg | 2 small treats per day |
| 30 kg | 3 small treats per day |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
1465 kcal
Per treat
61 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~72% of the daily treat budget61 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Keep refrigerated for 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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