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Turkey & Quinoa Skillet
Lean turkey with quinoa for a complete-protein grain alternative. A good rotation option for dogs sensitive to wheat or corn.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 5 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g ground turkey
- ¾ cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1½ cups water
- 1 cup diced carrots
- ½ cup peas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Cook quinoa in water until fluffy, about 15 min.
- In a pan, brown turkey in olive oil. Drain.
- Stir in carrots and peas; cook 5 min.
- Fold in quinoa and cool fully.
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 | ~¼ cup |
| 15 kg | ~¾ cup |
| 30 kg | ~1½ cups |
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
1192 kcal
Per cup
238 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~28% of daily calories238 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Turkey skin and seasoned deli turkey
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Fridge 3 days; freeze 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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