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Green Bean & Carrot Dog Topper
A light vegetable topper for dogs on a diet. It adds bulk and crunch to a smaller portion of food, so the bowl still looks worth eating.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Yields
About 2 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup green beans, chopped into short bite-size pieces
- 1 cup carrots, finely diced
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp olive oil
Steps
- Bring the water to a boil and add the carrots.
- Cook the carrots for 5 minutes, then add the green beans and cook 4 minutes more.
- Drain and cool the vegetables fully.
- Toss with the olive oil and spoon a little over your dog's usual meal.
Substitutions
- Chopped zucchini instead of green beans.
- Diced parsnip instead of carrot.
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
1 tsp over a meal
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 tsp over a meal |
| 15 kg | 1 tbsp over a meal |
| 30 kg | 2 tbsp over a 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
216 kcal
Per cup
108 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~127% of the daily treat budget108 / 85 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 15kg dog. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Canned vegetables with added salt
- Corn cobs
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 4 days, or freeze portions 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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