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Grain Free Beef & Lamb Dog Food Recipe
A high-protein blend of beef, lamb, and nutrient-dense liver. Fresh vegetables and cranberries provide natural fiber and antioxidants.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 4 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 8 oz lean ground beef
- 8 oz ground lamb
- 2 oz beef liver, chopped
- 1 oz shiitake mushrooms, chopped
- 4 oz zucchini, grated
- 4 oz broccoli, chopped
- 3 oz green beans chopped
- 2 oz cranberries
- 2 tablespoons ground pumpkin seeds, raw
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1/2 teaspoons ea kelp
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Steps
- In a large pan, skillet or saucepan, heat the coconut oil on a medium heat.
- Cook the lean ground beef and lamb in a skillet until browned, breaking the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the beef liver pieces and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through.
- Add the vegetables, berries, ground seeds and spices to the pan. Stir well, cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until all ingredients are cooked.
- Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool before serving to your dog.
Substitutions
- Replace lamb with ground turkey
- Use spinach instead of zucchini
- Swap cranberries for blueberries
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 | ~⅓ cup per meal |
| 15 kg | ~¾ cup per meal |
| 30 kg | ~1½ 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
1560 kcal
Per cup
390 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~46% of daily calories390 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Store in the refrigerator for three days or freeze for three 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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