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Light Turkey & Zucchini Cat Dinner
A leaner dinner for a cat who needs to lose a little, using lean turkey and finely grated zucchini for bulk without extra calories.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 3 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 400 g lean ground turkey
- 1 cup zucchini, finely grated
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 tsp salmon oil
Steps
- Simmer the ground turkey in the water for 15 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Drain off the fat, then stir in the grated zucchini and cook 4 minutes more.
- Mash the mixture lightly so it is easy to eat.
- Cool to room temperature, then stir in the salmon oil.
Substitutions
- Grated yellow squash in place of the zucchini.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your cat's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
⅜ cup per meal
1 kg12 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 3 kg | ~1/3 cup per meal |
| 5 kg | ~1/2 cup per meal |
| 8 kg | ~3/4 cup 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
647 kcal
Per cup
216 kcal
Daily energy need
238 kcal
One serving uses ~91% of daily calories216 / 238 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cow's milk (most cats cannot digest it)
- Raw, smoked, or cured fish
- Fish bones of any size
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 days, or freeze small portions 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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