Treat your furry friend to a nutritious and tail-waggingly tasty meal topper with this easy, homemade Doggy Relish! Packed with wholesome, dog-friendly ingredients like grated carrots, finely chopped apples, fresh spinach, and a dash of ground flaxseed, this recipe is a powerhouse of natural vitamins, fiber, and omega-3s. Mixed with creamy, unsweetened yogurt and applesauce for a delightful texture, this no-cook relish is ready in just 10 minutes and makes six convenient servings. Perfect as a healthy addition to your dog's regular meals, this vibrant, vet-approved dish is sure to spice up their mealtime routine while supporting their overall wellness. Give your pup the gift of fresh, homemade goodness with this quick and simple recipe!
Wash all fresh produce thoroughly to remove dirt and pesticides.
Grate the carrot using a box grater or food processor until you have 1 cup.
Core and peel half of an apple, then chop finely until you have 0.5 cup.
Finely chop fresh spinach leaves until you have 0.5 cup.
In a mixing bowl, combine the grated carrot, chopped apple, and chopped spinach.
Add the 2 tablespoons of unsweetened applesauce and 2 tablespoons of plain, unsweetened yogurt to the bowl.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of ground flaxseed over the mixture, then stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Portion out the relish into small servings as a topping for your dog's meals, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Calories |
184 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 763 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.