🎃 Pumpkin Parade: Pumpkin-themed CKD Recipes & Comforting Fall Activities!

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Coach Ginny Marksl RDN
September 10, 2024

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As the symbol of the season, the humble pumpkin, takes center stage, let's delight in its flavors. This edition brings you pumpkin-themed, kidney-friendly recipes and comforting fall activities. Let's bask in the pumpkin glow!

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: Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Pumpkin is low in potassium and high in fiber, and almond milk adds a touch of creaminess without overloading on protein, making this smoothie a festive, kidney-friendly breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend

  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.

  2. Blend until smooth.

  3. Pour into a glass and serve.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

150 mg

3 g

250 mg

100 mg

Dinner: Roasted Pumpkin & Mixed Veggie Salad

Why It's Kidney Friendly

Roasted pumpkin and mixed veggies provide fiber and a variety of flavors, making this salad a colorful and kidney-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups diced pumpkin

  • 2 cups mixed veggies (lettuce, bell peppers, cucumber)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon of light vinaigrette

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Toss diced pumpkin with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes, until tender.

  4. Allow to cool before adding to the mixed veggies.

  5. Toss the salad with light vinaigrette and serve.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Sodium

Protein

Potassium

Phosphorus

200 mg

5 g

300 mg

75 mg

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