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Lamb & Sweet Potato Limited-Ingredient Dinner
Three simple ingredients and nothing else, built for dogs on an elimination diet where chicken, beef, wheat, and dairy all need to stay out of the bowl.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 4 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g ground lamb
- 2 cups peeled sweet potato, diced
- 1 cup water
Steps
- Simmer the diced sweet potato in the water for about 15 minutes, until a fork slides through easily.
- Brown the ground lamb in a dry pan over medium heat until no pink remains, then drain off the fat.
- Mash the sweet potato with a little of its cooking water to make a soft base.
- Fold the drained lamb through the mash and let the mixture cool to room temperature before serving.
Substitutions
- Peeled, diced butternut squash in place of the sweet potato.
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
1883 kcal
Per cup
471 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~55% of daily calories471 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones of any kind, splinter risk
- Seasoned or spiced leftovers
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 days, or freeze in meal-size 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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