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A light and flavorful one-pot meal designed for kidney health. This pilaf combines fluffy white rice with a medley of low-potassium vegetables and gentle spices, making it a safe and satisfying dish for a low-sodium, low-protein diet.
Prepare and blanch the vegetables
Sauté the aromatics and rice
Cook the pilaf
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A light and flavorful one-pot meal designed for kidney health. This pilaf combines fluffy white rice with a medley of low-potassium vegetables and gentle spices, making it a safe and satisfying dish for a low-sodium, low-protein diet.
This american recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 244.85 calories per serving with 5.08g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Rest and finish the dish
Use a frozen mix of CKD-safe vegetables like cauliflower, carrots, and green beans. Blanch them directly from frozen for 2 minutes before adding to the pot.
Use water instead of unsalted broth and stick to basic, affordable vegetables like cabbage and carrots to keep costs down.
With only a tiny amount of salt, this dish helps manage blood pressure and fluid balance, which is crucial for kidney health.
By using low-potassium vegetables and blanching them before cooking, the overall potassium level of the dish is significantly reduced.
The use of white rice and fresh vegetables instead of dairy, nuts, or whole grains keeps the phosphorus content low, protecting bone health.
This recipe is very low in protein, which reduces the workload on the kidneys, helping to preserve their function.
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be kidney-friendly. It is low in sodium, potassium, phosphorus, and protein by using white rice, low-potassium vegetables that are blanched, and minimal salt.
A one-cup serving of this pilaf contains approximately 230-260 calories, making it a light yet satisfying meal.
It is not recommended for a strict CKD diet. Brown rice is higher in phosphorus and potassium than white rice, which is why white rice is the preferred choice for this recipe.
This recipe relies on fresh aromatics like onion and garlic, spices like cumin, and a final squeeze of lemon juice. Using fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro also adds a lot of flavor without any sodium.