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Cauliflower & Chicken Light Dog Bowl
Mashed cauliflower stands in for the usual rice or potato, filling the bowl out while keeping the calorie count low.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 5 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 400 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup green peas
Steps
- Poach the chicken breast in the water for about 18 minutes, until cooked through.
- Steam the cauliflower for 10 minutes, until soft enough to mash.
- Mash the cauliflower with a little of the poaching liquid.
- Chop the chicken small, fold it through the mash with the peas, and cool before serving.
Substitutions
- Broccoli florets in place of half the cauliflower.
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
¾ cup per meal
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | ~1/3 cup per meal |
| 15 kg | ~3/4 cup per meal |
| 30 kg | ~1 1/2 cups per meal |
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
660 kcal
Per cup
132 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~15% of daily calories132 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones of any kind, splinter risk
- Butter, cream, or cheese
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
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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