by Purina Beyond
Adult
Regular
Indoor
Grain-Free
AAFCO

Purina Beyond

Simply Indoor Cat Grain Free Wild-Caught Salmon, Egg & Sweet Potato Recipe

Adult
Regular
Indoor
Grain-Free
AAFCO
AAFCO adequacy statement provided by the manufacturer
1

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Fish: Salmon

Cat Food Central Quality Score: 63 out of 100
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Available sizes

3 lb
1.4 kg
5 lb
2.3 kg
11 lb
5 kg

Summary

Purina Beyond Simply Indoor Cat Grain Free Wild-Caught Salmon, Egg & Sweet Potato Recipe is a dry cat food designed for indoor adult cats, addressing their weight management, digestion, and immune health needs.
The first ingredient is wild-caught salmon, a high-quality protein source that provides essential amino acids for muscle maintenance.
Additional animal proteins come from chicken meal and dried egg product, enhancing the overall protein profile of the formula.
The grain-free recipe relies on pea starch, cassava root flour, and dried sweet potatoes as carbohydrate sources, offering digestible energy while supporting a controlled calorie intake.
Natural fiber sources such as powdered cellulose and pea fiber contribute to hairball control and digestive health, which are crucial for indoor cats with lower activity levels.
The formula is enriched with Bacillus coagulans (600 million CFU/lb), a probiotic strain that helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome and supports immune function.
A blend of essential vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin E (150 IU/kg), Zinc (150 ppm), and Selenium (0.35 ppm), provides antioxidant protection and promotes healthy skin and coat.
The recipe is free from corn, wheat, soy, poultry by-product meal, and artificial additives, making it suitable for cats with sensitive digestion or grain intolerances.

Pros
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1

High-protein formula

33% crude protein from wild-caught salmon, chicken meal, and dried egg product provides essential amino acids for muscle maintenance and overall health.
2

Supports digestive health

It contains natural probiotics (600 million CFU/lb) and added fiber to promote gut balance, nutrient absorption, and hairball reduction.
3

Weight management

10% crude fat, 10% lower than Beyond Simply White Meat Chicken & Whole Oat Meal Recipe, helps control calorie intake for indoor cats.
4

Skin and coat support

Rich in omega fatty acids, Vitamin E, and zinc, which contribute to healthy skin and a shiny coat.
5

Free from artificial additives

No corn, wheat, soy, poultry by-product meal, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, making it suitable for sensitive cats.
Cons
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1

Moderate fat content

While lower than some formulas, crude fat can reach 12.5%, which may still be too high for cats on a strict weight-control diet.
2

Higher carbohydrate inclusion

Contains pea starch, cassava root flour, and sweet potatoes, which contribute to overall carbohydrate content.
3

Use of plant-based proteins

Includes canola meal and pea protein, which are less bioavailable than animal-based proteins.
4

Limited meat variety

Only salmon and chicken meal are used, which may not be ideal for cats needing a more diverse animal protein profile.

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Salmon
  • Pea Starch
  • Chicken Meal
  • Pea Protein
  • Canola Meal
  • Cassava Root Flour
  • Dried Egg Product
  • Powdered Cellulose
  • Dried Yeast
  • Dried Sweet Potatoes
  • and also:
Pea Fiber, Beef Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Natural Flavor, Phosphoric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Bisulfate, Potassium Chloride, Whole Cranberries, Salt, Taurine, Dl-Methionine, Choline Chloride

Vitamins and Additives

    MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite]

    VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin B-12 supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), Vitamin D-3 supplement, biotin (Vitamin B-7)], L-Lysine monohydrochloride, Vitamin E supplement, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product. C424319

    Guaranteed Analysis

    Crude Protein
    33%
    Crude Fat
    12.5%
    Crude Fiber
    6.5%
    Moisture
    12%
    Calcium
    1%
    Phosphorus
    0.9%
    Metabolizable Energy
    3250 kcal/kg
    Linoleic Acid (Min) 1.3%, Zinc (Zn) (Min) 150 ppm, Selenium (Se) (Min) 0.35 ppm, Vitamin A (Min) 12,000 IU/kg, Vitamin E (Min) 150 IU/kg, Bacillus coagulans* (Min) 600 million CFU/lb

    Comments

    Availability Note: This product does not appear on purina.com (US site) as of January 5, 2026.

    Notes

    The score is calculated after relocating fresh meat or fish ingredient(s), as explained in Rule 7: Quality and Location Impact of Meat Ingredients

    Guaranteed Analysis

    Crude Protein
    33%
    Crude Fat
    12.5%
    Crude Fiber
    6.5%
    Moisture
    12%
    Calcium
    1%
    Phosphorus
    0.9%
    Metabolizable Energy
    3250 kcal/kg
    Linoleic Acid (Min) 1.3%, Zinc (Zn) (Min) 150 ppm, Selenium (Se) (Min) 0.35 ppm, Vitamin A (Min) 12,000 IU/kg, Vitamin E (Min) 150 IU/kg, Bacillus coagulans* (Min) 600 million CFU/lb
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