🏞 Outdoor Fun: Picnic-Perfect CKD Recipes & Hiking Tips!

Embrace Summer Celebrations with Delicious, Kidney-Safe Delights!

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Coach Ginny Marksl RDN
August 20, 2024

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Hello there! 

Embrace the call of the great outdoors as we explore picnic-friendly, kidney-conscious recipes and wellness tips. This edition encourages you to enjoy the natural beauty of summer while maintaining kidney health. Let's get adventurous!

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!

On-the-go Breakfast: Breakfast Burritos

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Whole-wheat tortillas and eggs provide fiber and protein, making these kidney-friendly breakfast burritos a perfect outdoor breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole-wheat tortillas

  • 2 scrambled eggs

  • 1/4 cup shredded low-sodium mozzarella cheese

  • Chopped bell peppers

Directions

  1. Lay the tortillas flat.

  2. Add scrambled eggs, cheese, and bell peppers to each tortilla.

  3. Roll up tightly and serve, or wrap in foil for transport.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

250 mg

15 g

200 mg

200 mg

Picnic Lunch: Quinoa & Chicken Salad

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Quinoa is a great source of plant-based protein, and chicken adds lean protein, making this salad a nourishing and portable lunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa

  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken, diced

  • 1/4 cup diced bell peppers and cherry tomatoes

  • 2 tablespoons of light vinaigrette

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients in a container with a secure lid.

  2. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

150 mg

25 g

300 mg

200 mg

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