Stage 2 - Dinner Recipes

Baked Lemon Chicken with Quinoa - Kidney-friendly recipe

Baked Lemon Chicken with Quinoa

Ingredients:

  • 4 oz chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Bake chicken with lemon juice and olive oil at 375°F for 25 minutes. Serve with quinoa.

Nutrition:

Calories: 290 | Protein: 27g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Grilled Salmon with Steamed Broccoli - Kidney-friendly recipe

Grilled Salmon with Steamed Broccoli

Ingredients:

  • 1 salmon fillet (4 oz)
  • 1/2 cup broccoli
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Grill salmon and steam broccoli. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Nutrition:

Calories: 300 | Protein: 26g | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Turkey Meatballs with White Pasta - Kidney-friendly recipe

Turkey Meatballs with White Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup cooked white pasta
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

Form and bake meatballs, serve over pasta.

Nutrition:

Calories: 260 | Protein: 22g | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Moderate

Stuffed Zucchini Boats - Kidney-friendly recipe

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium zucchini, halved
  • 1/4 cup cooked quinoa
  • 2 tbsp diced tomatoes

Instructions:

Fill zucchini with quinoa and tomatoes. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.

Nutrition:

Calories: 190 | Protein: 6g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Tilapia with Herb Rice - Kidney-friendly recipe

Tilapia with Herb Rice

Ingredients:

  • 1 fillet tilapia (4 oz)
  • 1/2 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 tsp olive oil + parsley

Instructions:

Bake fish and serve over rice with herbs.

Nutrition:

Calories: 250 | Protein: 23g | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Low

Veggie Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice - Kidney-friendly recipe

Veggie Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup zucchini and carrots
  • 1/2 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)

Instructions:

Stir-fry veggies, serve with rice.

Nutrition:

Calories: 210 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Eggplant Pasta (Low Sodium) - Kidney-friendly recipe

Eggplant Pasta (Low Sodium)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup eggplant, sautéed
  • 1/2 cup cooked white pasta
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Mix cooked eggplant and pasta.

Nutrition:

Calories: 190 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower - Kidney-friendly recipe

Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

Ingredients:

  • 4 oz skinless chicken thigh
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Roast both at 400°F for 25 minutes.

Nutrition:

Calories: 280 | Protein: 23g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Moderate

Baked Tofu with Carrot Rice - Kidney-friendly recipe

Baked Tofu with Carrot Rice

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup tofu
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice
  • 1 tbsp shredded carrots

Instructions:

Bake tofu, combine with rice and carrots.

Nutrition:

Calories: 210 | Protein: 8g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Quinoa and Spinach Bowl - Kidney-friendly recipe

Quinoa and Spinach Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup sautéed spinach
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Combine and serve warm.

Nutrition:

Calories: 200 | Protein: 6g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew - Kidney-friendly recipe

Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/4 cup sweet potato, cubed
  • 1 cup water or low-sodium broth

Instructions:

Simmer all until soft.

Nutrition:

Calories: 220 | Protein: 9g | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Pasta Primavera with Zucchini - Kidney-friendly recipe

Pasta Primavera with Zucchini

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cooked white pasta
  • 1/4 cup zucchini
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Toss pasta and sautéed zucchini in oil.

Nutrition:

Calories: 190 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Shrimp and Rice Skillet - Kidney-friendly recipe

Shrimp and Rice Skillet

Ingredients:

  • 6 medium shrimp
  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1/4 cup bell peppers

Instructions:

Sauté shrimp and peppers, serve over rice.

Nutrition:

Calories: 250 | Protein: 18g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

Chicken and Apple Salad - Kidney-friendly recipe

Chicken and Apple Salad

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz grilled chicken
  • 1/4 apple, sliced
  • 1 cup lettuce
  • 1 tsp olive oil + vinegar

Instructions:

Toss salad and top with sliced chicken and apple.

Nutrition:

Calories: 220 | Protein: 24g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Moderate

White Rice Bowl with Cabbage and Turkey - Kidney-friendly recipe

White Rice Bowl with Cabbage and Turkey

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1/4 cup shredded cabbage
  • 2 oz cooked turkey

Instructions:

Combine all in a bowl and serve warm.

Nutrition:

Calories: 240 | Protein: 15g | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Moderate

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Plate - Kidney-friendly recipe

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Plate

Ingredients:

  • 1 portobello mushroom cap
  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Grill mushroom and serve with rice.

Nutrition:

Calories: 210 | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Zucchini Pasta Bowl - Kidney-friendly recipe

Zucchini Pasta Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup zucchini noodles
  • 1/2 cup white pasta
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Sauté zucchini and mix with pasta.

Nutrition:

Calories: 190 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low

Creamy Cauliflower Rice Bowl - Kidney-friendly recipe

Creamy Cauliflower Rice Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cauliflower rice
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Dash garlic powder

Instructions:

Sauté all together until soft.

Nutrition:

Calories: 140 | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Low

Turkey and Cucumber Lettuce Wraps - Kidney-friendly recipe

Turkey and Cucumber Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz ground turkey, cooked
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
  • 2 romaine lettuce leaves

Instructions:

Fill lettuce leaves with turkey and cucumber.

Nutrition:

Calories: 200 | Protein: 20g | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: Low | Phosphorus: Moderate

Roasted Veggie Skillet with Rice - Kidney-friendly recipe

Roasted Veggie Skillet with Rice

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup roasted bell peppers and zucchini
  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

Roast veggies and mix with rice.

Nutrition:

Calories: 200 | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: Moderate | Phosphorus: Low