Mmm! Grain salads. Grain salads are seriously some of my favorite recipe. Toss some fiber-filled grain with a ton of veggies, some tasty dressing, and I am a happy camper! Mix It Up! The best part about this salad, or any grain salad, is that they are SO easy to make your own. You can …
With so many veggie burger options out there, it can be overwhelming to find something that is kidney friendly and actually good for you! Unfortunately, many of the “plant based” burgers and meat substitutes are packed with sodium and phosphorus additives. And, have just as much protein as beef. Sodium in Popular Plant Based Burger …
Creamy, savory DELICIOUS avocado toast. This is my personal favorite go-to breakfast. Avocado toast is a great way to get veggies in with breakfast! Mix up the toppings. Use your favorite vegetables and flavor boosters to make avocado toast your own!
Who doesn’t love fresh, creamy guacamole on top of…well…nearly anything! Read on to understand how low sodium guacamole can fit in a healthy diet! Low Sodium Guacamole & Kidney Health Sodium Store bought guacamole can be pretty high in salt. A low sodium diet is key for both kidney and heart health as well and …
Corn fritters are one of my favorite savory summer treats! As a mid-Michigan native, I have wonderful memories of stopping by a farm stand to pick up fresh corn on the cob. Although nothing beats boiled corn with a little butter and salt, corn fritters are a close second! I’ve modified my traditional recipe to …
Did you know that most refried beans are packed with sodium? Make your own refried beans at home for a healthy alternative! Healthy Low Sodium Refried Beans! Low Sodium Refried beans in a can or from a restaurant can have up to 500mg of sodium per 1/2 cup! This is nearly a third of the …
This stuffed poblano pepper recipe will quickly become one of your favorite weeknight dinner meals! Plant Based Meal Idea! This pepper recipe uses pinto beans for protein, rather than ground meat. Beans are packed with healthy, plant based protein. Eating more plant based protein, like beans, can help slow the progression of Chronic Kidney Disease. …
If you open my fridge, there is a good chance you’ll find some of this Black Bean Pico de Gallo in there. This spin on classic pico de gallo is delicious and versatile. Pico doesn’t usually have black beans, but I love any opportunity to eat more of this filling, heart healthy, plant based protein. …
