Limited Ingredient Duck
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground duck (90% lean)
- 2 cups butternut squash (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup green beans (trimmed and chopped)
- 2 tbsp hemp seed oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 large eggs (pasture-raised)
- 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Steam butternut squash for 15-20 minutes until very soft, then mash thoroughly and set aside to cool.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground duck for 12-15 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Steam green beans for 8 minutes until tender, then chop into small 1/4-inch pieces appropriate for your dog's size.
- Cook quinoa according to package directions using water only (no salt), then fluff and let cool for 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked duck, mashed butternut squash, chopped green beans, and cooled quinoa.
- Beat eggs in a separate bowl, then add to the mixture along with hemp seed oil and fold gently until evenly distributed.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet to approximately 1/2 inch thickness.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until firm throughout and edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely to room temperature before folding in fresh blueberries.
- Divide into portions based on your dog's caloric needs and store appropriately.
💊 Required Supplements
Add the following per 5 lbs of finished food: 1/4 tsp calcium carbonate powder (for calcium balance), 200 IU vitamin E (mixed tocopherols), 50 mg zinc methionine, 1/8 tsp iodized salt (for iodine), and a veterinary-formulated multivitamin powder following package dosing for adult dogs. Consult your veterinarian before adding any supplements.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb dog)| Calories | 485 kcal |
| Protein | 32g (38% DM) |
| Fat | 18g (22% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 34g (40% DM) |
| Fiber | 5g (6% DM) |
| Moisture | 68% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.85% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.3:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate portions in airtight containers for up to 4 days, or freeze in portion-sized containers for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator, never at room temperature. Always wash hands and all surfaces thoroughly after handling raw duck. Discard any food left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Monitor your dog for any adverse reactions during the first week of transition.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute the duck with other proteins without veterinary consultation, as this is specifically formulated as a novel protein diet for allergy management. Replacing butternut squash with sweet potato or pumpkin will alter the glycemic index and fiber content. Do not omit or reduce the calcium supplement, as the meat-heavy ratio creates a dangerous calcium-to-phosphorus imbalance. Substituting hemp seed oil with other fats will alter the omega-3 to omega-6 ratio critical for skin health.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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