Kibble for humans created by AI. Vegetarian.
Creating a nutritious, shelf-stable kibble for human consumption requires a careful balance of macronutrients, micronutrients, and flavor. Here’s a recipe that combines whole grains, legumes, seeds, and vegetables to create a well-rounded dry food.
### Nutritious Human Kibble Recipe
#### Ingredients:
1. **Whole Grains (50%)**
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup brown rice flour
2. **Legumes (20%)**
- 1 cup lentil flour (or ground dried lentils)
3. **Seeds (10%)**
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ½ cup ground flaxseeds
4. **Vegetable Powder (10%)**
- ½ cup spinach powder (or any vegetable powder of choice)
- ½ cup carrot powder
5. **Nuts (5%)**
- ½ cup finely chopped almonds (or any other nut)
6. **Herbs and Spices (5%)**
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (optional, adjust to taste)
7. **Binding Agent:**
- 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)
8. **Optional Nutritional Yeast:**
- ¼ cup for added flavor and B vitamins
### Instructions:
1. **Preparation:**
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:**
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown rice flour, lentil flour, chia seeds, ground flaxseeds, vegetable powders, chopped almonds, herbs, and spices. Mix well.
3. **Add Liquid:**
- Gradually add the vegetable broth (or water) to the dry mixture. Stir until a dough forms. You may need to adjust the amount of liquid slightly to get the right consistency.
4. **Shape the Kibble:**
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into small squares or desired kibble shapes. You can also use a cookie cutter for fun shapes.
5. **Bake:**
- Place the kibble pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. **Cool and Store:**
- Allow the kibble to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For longer shelf life, consider vacuum sealing the kibble.
### Nutritional Information:
This kibble is rich in fiber, protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. The combination of whole grains and legumes provides a complete protein profile, while the seeds and nuts offer healthy fats. The vegetable powders add essential vitamins and minerals.
### Storage:
When stored properly in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, this kibble can last indefinitely. For optimal freshness, consider vacuum sealing.
### Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy as a standalone snack.
- Rehydrate with water or broth to make a warm meal.
- Add to soups, salads, or smoothies for extra nutrition.
Feel free to adjust the recipe based on dietary preferences or restrictions!
### Nutritious Human Kibble Recipe
#### Ingredients:
1. **Whole Grains (50%)**
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup brown rice flour
2. **Legumes (20%)**
- 1 cup lentil flour (or ground dried lentils)
3. **Seeds (10%)**
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ½ cup ground flaxseeds
4. **Vegetable Powder (10%)**
- ½ cup spinach powder (or any vegetable powder of choice)
- ½ cup carrot powder
5. **Nuts (5%)**
- ½ cup finely chopped almonds (or any other nut)
6. **Herbs and Spices (5%)**
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (optional, adjust to taste)
7. **Binding Agent:**
- 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)
8. **Optional Nutritional Yeast:**
- ¼ cup for added flavor and B vitamins
### Instructions:
1. **Preparation:**
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:**
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown rice flour, lentil flour, chia seeds, ground flaxseeds, vegetable powders, chopped almonds, herbs, and spices. Mix well.
3. **Add Liquid:**
- Gradually add the vegetable broth (or water) to the dry mixture. Stir until a dough forms. You may need to adjust the amount of liquid slightly to get the right consistency.
4. **Shape the Kibble:**
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into small squares or desired kibble shapes. You can also use a cookie cutter for fun shapes.
5. **Bake:**
- Place the kibble pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. **Cool and Store:**
- Allow the kibble to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For longer shelf life, consider vacuum sealing the kibble.
### Nutritional Information:
This kibble is rich in fiber, protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. The combination of whole grains and legumes provides a complete protein profile, while the seeds and nuts offer healthy fats. The vegetable powders add essential vitamins and minerals.
### Storage:
When stored properly in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, this kibble can last indefinitely. For optimal freshness, consider vacuum sealing.
### Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy as a standalone snack.
- Rehydrate with water or broth to make a warm meal.
- Add to soups, salads, or smoothies for extra nutrition.
Feel free to adjust the recipe based on dietary preferences or restrictions!
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