Stage 1 - Lunch Recipes

Grilled Chicken Salad with Olive Oil Dressing - Kidney-friendly recipe

Grilled Chicken Salad with Olive Oil Dressing

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz grilled chicken breast
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce
  • 1/4 cup cucumber slices
  • 1 tsp olive oil + 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

Toss salad greens with veggies. Add sliced chicken and dressing.

Nutrition:

Calories: 220 | Protein: 24g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Turkey Lettuce Wraps - Kidney-friendly recipe

Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz cooked lean ground turkey
  • 2 large romaine leaves
  • 1 tbsp diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Cook turkey with olive oil. Fill lettuce leaves with turkey and tomatoes.

Nutrition:

Calories: 210 | Protein: 20g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Vegetable Rice Bowl - Kidney-friendly recipe

Vegetable Rice Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup steamed carrots
  • 1/4 cup zucchini
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Combine ingredients in a bowl. Drizzle with oil and serve warm.

Nutrition:

Calories: 180 | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Low

Egg Salad Sandwich (Low-Sodium) - Kidney-friendly recipe

Egg Salad Sandwich (Low-Sodium)

Ingredients:

  • 2 hard-boiled egg whites, chopped
  • 1 tbsp low-fat mayo
  • 2 slices low-sodium bread

Instructions:

Mix eggs with mayo and assemble sandwich.

Nutrition:

Calories: 240 | Protein: 12g | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Low

Chickpea Salad with Lemon Dressing - Kidney-friendly recipe

Chickpea Salad with Lemon Dressing

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients and chill before serving.

Nutrition:

Calories: 200 | Protein: 8g | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry - Kidney-friendly recipe

Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup firm tofu, cubed
  • 1/4 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper slices
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Stir-fry tofu and vegetables in olive oil until lightly browned.

Nutrition:

Calories: 180 | Protein: 9g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Tuna Salad Lettuce Boats - Kidney-friendly recipe

Tuna Salad Lettuce Boats

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz low-sodium canned tuna
  • 1 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 2 romaine leaves

Instructions:

Mix tuna and yogurt. Spoon into lettuce leaves.

Nutrition:

Calories: 150 | Protein: 16g | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Moderate

Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl (Portion Controlled) - Kidney-friendly recipe

Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl (Portion Controlled)

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup cooked sweet potato (cubed)
  • 1/4 cup quinoa
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients and serve warm.

Nutrition:

Calories: 200 | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Grilled Veggie Wrap - Kidney-friendly recipe

Grilled Veggie Wrap

Ingredients:

  • 1 low-sodium tortilla
  • 1/4 cup grilled zucchini, bell peppers
  • 1 tsp hummus (low sodium)

Instructions:

Layer hummus and veggies on wrap and roll.

Nutrition:

Calories: 190 | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich - Kidney-friendly recipe

Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices low-sodium bread
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup thin cucumber slices

Instructions:

Assemble sandwich with avocado and cucumber.

Nutrition:

Calories: 220 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Pasta Salad with Olive Oil and Herbs - Kidney-friendly recipe

Pasta Salad with Olive Oil and Herbs

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cooked white pasta
  • 1 tbsp diced bell peppers
  • 1 tsp olive oil + parsley

Instructions:

Mix all and chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition:

Calories: 180 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Low

Lentil and Rice Plate - Kidney-friendly recipe

Lentil and Rice Plate

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

Combine and serve warm.

Nutrition:

Calories: 220 | Protein: 9g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Cottage Cheese and Pineapple Bowl - Kidney-friendly recipe

Cottage Cheese and Pineapple Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup pineapple chunks (in juice, drained)

Instructions:

Combine and serve chilled.

Nutrition:

Calories: 160 | Protein: 12g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Roasted Cauliflower and Rice Bowl - Kidney-friendly recipe

Roasted Cauliflower and Rice Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Roast cauliflower at 400°F for 20 mins. Serve with rice.

Nutrition:

Calories: 200 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Low

Baked Falafel Pita (Low Sodium) - Kidney-friendly recipe

Baked Falafel Pita (Low Sodium)

Ingredients:

  • 2 baked falafel balls (homemade or low-sodium)
  • 1 small pita pocket
  • 1 tbsp plain yogurt

Instructions:

Warm pita, fill with falafel and yogurt.

Nutrition:

Calories: 230 | Protein: 8g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate