“Boy kibble” is the latest food trend that has young men (and some women) preparing simple meals that – you guessed it – look like dog food, or “kibble”.

Typically, boy kibble is made up of rice and minced or ground meat, usually beef, along with various other optional ingredients.

Social media loves it because it’s cheap, easy to make and high in protein.

But is it healthy? Let’s break down the nutritional content and see what else you can add to boost nutrients and flavour.

Boy kibble is especially popular among young men and those who want to build muscle. It is a high-protein meal, meaning it can help support muscle maintenance and growth.

But boy kibble is also a simple recipe with only a few, relatively affordable, ingredients that can be adjusted according to personal needs and preferences.

The dish can be cooked in bulk and portioned out for multiple meals in advance. It’s also quick to prepare and doesn’t require advanced cooking skills.

And while it may look like dog food, the unassuming dish single-handedly overcomes many of the barriers young adults commonly report to healthy eating, such as lack of time to prepare food, the cost of healthy food, and a preference for convenience.

How healthy is boy kibble?

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