Cozy Up with Kidney-Friendly Recipes & Autumn Wellness Tips! 🍂

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Coach Ginny Marksl RDN
October 04, 2024

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As fall deepens and the pumpkin spice season ramps up, let's indulge in comforting, kidney-friendly recipes and tips to embrace the fall clean-up. This edition brings wellness that's as heartwarming as a fall bonfire. Let's cozy up to health!

30min Easy Kidney Friendly Recipes

I made it a point to start with the most requested feature which is to serve you with quick, easy, and kidney-friendly recipes. Each recipe counts the SPPP: sodium, potassium, phosphorus and protein for easier review. Enjoy!

Breakfast: Autumn Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Apples are low in potassium, and cinnamon adds a delicious flavor without adding extra sugar, making this oatmeal a nutritious, kidney-friendly breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of old-fashioned oats

  • 1 cup of water

  • 1 small apple, peeled and diced

  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon

  • 1 teaspoon of maple syrup (optional)

Directions

  1. In a small pot, bring the water to a boil.

  2. Add the oats and diced apple, and reduce the heat to a simmer.

  3. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender.

  4. Stir in the cinnamon and maple syrup, if using.

  5. Serve warm.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

0 mg

4 g

150 mg

90 mg

Lunch: Butternut Squash and Quinoa Salad

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Butternut squash is low in potassium and phosphorus, and quinoa is a great source of plant-based protein, making this salad a balanced, kidney-friendly lunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of cooked quinoa

  • 1 cup of diced butternut squash, roasted

  • 1/4 cup of dried cranberries

  • 1/4 cup of chopped parsley

  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roast the butternut squash for 20-25 minutes, until tender.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, and chopped parsley.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

  5. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

70 mg

5 g

250 mg

120 mg

Dinner: Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Turkey is a lean source of protein, and sweet potatoes are lower in potassium compared to regular potatoes, making this dish a hearty, kidney-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound of ground turkey

  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced

  • 1/2 bell pepper, diced

  • 1/2 onion, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon of dried thyme

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. Add the diced sweet potato, bell pepper, and onion to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes.

  4. Stir in the dried thyme and season with salt and pepper.

  5. Serve warm.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

120 mg

22 g

350 mg

200 mg

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