Plantain
veg · base score 1
What is it?
Plantain is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 16 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about plantain
Is Plantain good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain plantain?
16 UK products list plantain as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade plantain?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Is plantain safe for dogs?
Plain, cooked plantain is safe for most dogs in small amounts. Avoid fried plantain or plantain chips, which can be high in fat and salt. Some dogs may be sensitive to new fruits; speak to your vet.
