Summer’s warm weather and abundance of fresh produce make it a wonderful time to explore flavorful, kidney‑friendly meals. Whether you’re preparing snacks, salads, mains, or sides, these recipes deliver on taste while being mindful of sodium, potassium and fluid balance. You’ll enjoy bright, seasonal ingredients and easy prep—ideal for meals enjoyed under the sun, at home or on the go.

1. Fruit Salad with Mint and Lime.

This refreshing fruit salad is a perfect way to cool down and stay hydrated during the summer. Fresh berries, grapes and melon are tossed with a splash of lime juice and fresh mint for a burst of flavor without added sugar or sodium. It’s a naturally sweet treat that fits into a kidney-friendly diet.

2. Chicken ’n’ Grape Salad Sandwich.

A delightful twist on classic chicken salad, this version includes juicy grapes for sweetness and crunch. Served in a whole‑grain wrap or on light bread, it’s a great grab‑and‑go meal that balances protein and hydration-friendly fruit.

3. Thai Shrimp Kebabs.

Flavorful and grill‑ready, these shrimp kebabs are seasoned with Thai‑inspired spices for a satisfying, protein-packed main. They’re quick to cook and pair beautifully with a side of fresh Asian-style slaw.

4. Asian Slaw.

A crisp, colorful medley of cabbage, carrots and a tangy dressing—this slaw makes for a fresh, kidney‑friendly side dish. It complements grilled proteins perfectly without relying on heavy sauces or sodium.

5. Santa Fe Black Bean Relish.

Packed with protein and fiber, this black bean relish combines beans, corn, bell peppers, and a light dressing. It’s a bold, colorful side that works well with grilled meats or on its own as a dip or salad topper.

6. Macaroni Tuna Salad.

This kidney-friendly version of a picnic classic uses low-sodium ingredients and a tangy dressing to deliver flavor without the excess salt. It’s creamy, comforting and a perfect addition to any summer spread.

7. Cucumber Lemon Water.

A clean, crisp infusion of cucumber and mint—zero sodium, zero potassium and all refreshing hydration. Great for keeping cool on warm days.

Eating well on a kidney‑friendly diet doesn’t mean missing out on summer’s delights. These seven recipes prove that you can have color, taste and nutritional balance—whether hosting a barbecue, planning a picnic or simply seeking a healthy meal. Try a recipe (or two!) this week and add some sunshine to your plate.

What are your favorite summer recipes? Will you be giving any of the above a try? Let us know on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!

Note: Be sure to consult your dietitian or healthcare provider for guidance on portion sizes and ingredient choices that fit your individual kidney dietary needs.

We love this time of year — the feel of that crisp autumn breeze, the trees changing colors, and the sound of leaves crackling beneath our feet. As the days shorten and we spend more time indoors, it’s the perfect time to try some new recipes. Casseroles, cobblers and roasted root vegetable dishes are some of our favorites this time of year. We have a whole host of kidney-friendly recipes we’ve compiled on our website — here are just a few of our top recipes for you to try this fall.

1. Baked Apple Chips

A delicious hors d’oeuvre, these baked apple chips are full of fall flavors and very simple to make. A healthy alternative to chips and sure to keep guests satisfied until further courses are ready. See the full recipe here.

2. Creamy Leek Soup

This soup definitely delivers—creamy and rich, it’s packed with flavor and incredibly filling. Perfect as a starter or as a main dish, it’ll warm you up on a cold, fall evening. Get the full recipe here.

3. Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots & Onions

Roasting is one of our favorite ways to cook vegetables, as it brings out both flavor and texture. It’s also easy—just chop the veggies, spread them on a baking tray, season with a salt-free seasoning blend, and roast. Delicious and kidney-friendly! Find the full recipe here.

4. Low-Sodium Sourdough Bread

Store-bought bread can have an incredibly high amount of sodium in it. Don’t be tempted to buy it when it’s so simple to make your own! Give this low-sodium sourdough bread a try instead.

5. Holiday Herb Stuffing

No, it’s not Thanksgiving yet, but it’s never to early to start planning! So many store-bought stuffings are packed with salt but there’s really no need. This recipe for herb stuffing uses other spices and herbs to add flavor, giving it a much rounder taste than many alternatives. A must try!

6. Ginger & Green Apple Slow-Cooked Pork

This sweet and savory pork is delicious on a cold fall evening. It can be made in the oven or slow cooker, and is a great source of protein and vegetables. Find the full recipe here.

7. Apple Cranberry Cobbler

Is there anything better than a cobbler in autumn? We think not! This cobbler celebrates some classic autumn fruits, a warm and cozy dessert for the whole family to enjoy. See the full recipe to see how to make this tasty treat.

What are your favorite fall recipes? Are you going to try any of ours? We’d love to hear from you on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!

The holidays are a time for family, friends, and fun! However, for many people the holiday season can be stressful. Sometimes, people with kidney disease find it difficult to navigate food, social gatherings, and the expectations this season brings. To help, we compiled 3 easy tips to make the holidays more kidney friendly.

1. Limit your sodium or salt.

Most Americans eat too much sodium. Too much sodium is damaging to the kidneys.  Continue to be diligent in watching how much salt you eat, even during the holiday season. Cheese, stuffing, and gravy are commonly high in sodium. Make sure to enjoy these in moderation.

Tips:

• Try a salt free seasoning blend.
• Compare labels.
• Look for “No Salt Added” or “Low Sodium” products.

2. Eat fruits and vegetables with every meal.

Fruits and vegetables provide us with nutrients that help our bodies function optimally. Filling up on a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables helps protect your kidneys, blood vessels, and heart. Make sure to find fruits and vegetables you enjoy, and if you haven’t found any yet, keep looking!

Tips:

• Try different cooking methods (baking, steaming, roasting, sautéing).
• Eat the rainbow of colors.
• Balance high and low potassium fruits and vegetables.

3. Enjoy your meals!

When you choose your food, include dishes you enjoy. Remember, you can have anything you want, just not everything.  Just like one salad isn’t going to make you healthy, one cookie is not going to make you unhealthy.

Tips:

• Practice mindfulness.
• Include foods you like.
• Balance your plate.

We hope these tips help you have a happy holiday season! If you want more holiday tips, join us for our free community class “Healthy Holiday Makeovers” on December 19^th , 2024 at 2pm, sign up here. From all of us at PSKC, we wish you the very best holiday season!

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, a time to come together and celebrate what we are all thankful for. Although this is often a wonderful time with family and friends, it can also be difficult to navigate if you have kidney disease and are following a restricted diet. We’re here to help! Bringing a dish (or two or three!) to a Thanksgiving gathering will ensure you have something to eat that suits you, putting your mind at ease and making it much easier to enjoy spending time with the ones you love.

In light of that, we’ve compiled some of our favorite Thanksgiving dishes, complete with easy-to-follow recipes. Delicious and low in sodium, these are very tasty, kidney-friendly additions to your holiday menu. Bon appétit!

1. Baked Apple Chips

With just three ingredients, these Baked Apple Chips are one of the simplest, tastiest hors d’oeuvres imaginable. Such a healthy, delicious treat to nibble on while the main meal cooks.

2. Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots & Onions

Roasted veggies are an absolute must at Thanksgiving and this simple recipe for Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots and Onions does not disappoint. You won’t believe the flavor you get from seasoning with herbs and spices instead of salt—amazing!

3. Sourdough Bread

Bread can be packed with sodium but it doesn’t have to be for flavor—this Low-Sodium Sourdough Bread proves it doesn’t need much to taste delicious! Find a friend with a sourdough starter and get this on your Thanksgiving menu.

4. Holiday Herb Stuffing

No Thanksgiving is complete without stuffing and this recipe for Holiday Herb Stuffing is definitely one to try. Plenty of herbs for seasoning and fruit and vegetables for added flavor and crunch—it’s a sure-fire hit.

5. Mustard Dill Salmon and Green Beans

The turkey is, of course, the main event but let’s not forget our pescatarians out there. Salmon is such a Pacific Northwest staple, it deserves a place on the Thanksgiving table. Try this recipe for Mustard Dill Salmon and Green Beans—an unbeatable combo.

6. Apple Cranberry Cobbler

Yes, pies are a must for Thanksgiving, but this Apple Cranberry Cobbler is such a tasty, autumn delight, it’s worth adding to your menu. Nice and light, it’s ideal for those who aren’t after a heavy pie crust.

Double check with your doctor that these recipes are OK for you, then reach out to us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to let us know what you tried!

The weather has cooled, the days are shorter, and that familiar autumnal breeze has officially arrived. Fall is a wonderful time of year, perfect for getting outside in the fresh air to go for a walk and take in those beautiful fall colors. It’s also a great time to try your hand at some new recipes. Here are some of our favorite low-sodium, kidney-friendly recipes perfect for this time of year.

1. Southwest Grain Bowl

Healthy, packed with flavor, and easy to make, this Southwest Grain Bowl brings fresh ingredients together to create a tasty, low-sodium lunch or dinner option.

2. Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots & Onions

Oven roasting is one of our favorite ways to cook vegetables—it’s a great way to add flavor and texture. It’s also simple to do—simply chop veggies, place on the baking tray, season, and pop in the oven. Get the full recipe here.

3. Holiday Herb Stuffing

A wonderful option for Thanksgiving or anytime this fall, this recipe for herb stuffing is absolutely delicious. Flavored with herbs instead of salt, it’s kidney-friendly and very flavorful. A must try!

4. Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup

Time to get cooking! And once you’ve tried these, don’t stop there–we have many more low-sodium, kidney-friendly recipes for you to try.

The Super Bowl is almost here! Whether you’re attending a Super Bowl party, hosting one yourself, or planning to watch on your own, making sure you have low-sodium, kidney-friendly food on hand when you tune in is a must. We’ve all been to parties and events before where there is limited kidney-friendly food, and the only way to mediate that is to bring your own! Here are some of our favorite, low-sodium Super Bowl snacks for all to enjoy.

Thai Shrimp Kebabs

Shrimp and veggie kebabs – what could be better? These shrimp skewers are the perfect protein item, bringing just the right amount of spice.

Chili Lime Dip With Veggies

A dip is a great way to get those veggies in. This one’s a crowd pleaser, a zesty, ideal companion for carrots, celery, or other raw vegetables.

Chicken ‘n’ Grape Salad Sandwich

One thing’s for sure – the Super Bowl can be long! Having something substantial on the menu, like this delicious chicken sandwich, ensures you and your guests get some much-needed protein.

Fruit Salad with Honey, Mint and Lime

Just because it’s a Super Bowl, doesn’t mean every snack has to be savory. This fruit salad is sure to bring a sweet, fresh vibe to your party.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars

Packed with protein, these peanut butter bars are so easy to make and will keep you going all game long!

What are your favorite low-sodium snacks? Let us know! Share your favorite snacks with us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Fall has finally arrived in the Pacific Northwest and we couldn’t be more excited. With the crisp, clean air and changing color of leaves, it’s time to dust off those autumnal meals. Tired of all your old favorites? Don’t despair – we recently added some scrumptious new recipes to the recipe section of our website, delicious, low-sodium recipes that suit most kidney diets. These recipes were developed by Chef Duane Sunwold who has chronic kidney disease and understands firsthand the importance of creating tasty food that follows the kidney diet. As always, check with your doctor to make sure these recipes are OK for you and if they are, enjoy their bright, tasty flavors!

Ranch Dip

Most store-bought ranch dressings and dips are packed with salt. This recipe for ranch blend cuts the salt but not the flavor and is ideal for mixing with Greek yogurt, sour cream or mayonnaise to create ranch dip. Slice up some veggies and you’re good to go!

Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots & Onions

Roast these vegetables in the oven or on the barbecue – they’re delicious either way! Roasting vegetables adds flavor without adding salt and is a great way to add texture to meals. Pro tip: when preparing this dish, chop extra vegetables up and pop them in the freezer to make future meal prep even easier. Check out the full roasted cauliflower, carrots and onions recipe and give it a try sometime soon.

Creamy Lemon Salmon Pasta

This citrusy pasta dish is light and bright and, with a vegetable and protein mixed in, has everything you need for a complete meal. Plus, it’s simple to make – just nine ingredients, most of them likely in your pantry already. Check out the full creamy lemon salmon pasta recipe today and give it a try.

What recipes do you like best this time of year? We’d love to hear them — share your ideas with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The holidays are upon us and that means lights, decorations and holiday gatherings to attend. For many people with kidney disease, get-togethers with food can be stressful – it’s hard to know if anything on the menu will be kidney-friendly. Well, worry no more – the newly updated recipe section of our website has many delicious, low-sodium recipes perfect for the holidays. So the next time you’re tasked with bringing a tasty treat to a party, try out one of the following:

No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars

We love these protein bars – they’re delicious, packed with protein and so easy to make! No need to turn the oven on – there’s no baking required with these bars. Just remember to make them a bit in advance as they need a few hours to chill before being served. Here’s the full peanut butter chocolate protein bar recipe, a must try for all looking for a sweet-but-not-too-sweet treat this holiday season.

Lemon Loaf

This bright and citrusy dessert is perfect for a party. Not too heavy, it’s great to pair with tea or coffee at the end of the evening, or served in slices at a potluck. Just scrumptious! Check out the full lemon loaf recipe and give it a try sometime soon.

Cool Whip Ice Cream Sandwich

Who says cold desserts have to be a summer thing? Not us! These delicate cool whip sandwiches are light enough while completely satisfying that post-dinner sweet tooth many of us have. If you’re bringing these to a party to share, simply pop the frozen cool whip dish back into the freezer when you arrive and make them to order post-meal. They’re sure to be a hit and they’re kidney-friendly. Check out the full cool whip ice cream sandwich recipe and give it a try.

What recipes do you like best this time of year? We’d love to hear them — share your ideas with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

In many parts of the country, the weather is changing – the sunny days of summer are being replaced by brisk, crisp days of fall. Instead of barbecues and picnics, it’s time for slow cooker meals, soups and casseroles. If you have kidney disease and follow a low-sodium diet, rest assured – the newly revamped recipe section of our website has many tasty, kidney-friendly recipes perfect for fall and every season. Here are just a few of our fall favorites:

Overnight Waffles

Crazy mornings, getting kids off to school, yourself off to work — or both? Take breakfast out of the equation and make those mornings just a little bit simpler. Most of this waffle recipe can be made the night before. Just add the eggs in the morning, pop the batter into your waffle maker and, once cooked, top with fresh berries. Absolutely delicious! Check out the full overnight waffle recipe and try these sometime soon.

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup

Fall is all about soups and chicken noodle is an absolute staple. The best part? Soup just keeps getting better and better as days go on and flavors develop, so making a large batch of this over the weekend to have for lunch throughout the week is a win-win. You won’t need to think of a lunch meal each day, and you’ll have a hot meal packed with flavor to devour come lunchtime. If you’re working, simply heat this up in the morning and pour it into a thermos to take to work. Here’s the full chicken soup recipe, a must try for all looking for a kidney-friendly soup this fall.

Crock-Pot Pot Roast with Vegetables

We just love a good slow cooker meal and this one does not disappoint. Simply add ingredients to your Crock-Pot in the morning and, come evening, you’ll have a delicious, tender roast and vegetables for dinner. If you want to sear the roast before, or add potatoes, you can but even as is, this roast is flavorful, low in salt and kidney-friendly. Take a look at the full pot roast with vegetables recipe and give it a try.

Apple Cranberry Cobbler

A slice of apple cobbler is the perfect dessert for fall. Having guests over? Make this the night before, then pop it in the oven to warm before you serve it. Add the maple cream (the recipe includes this tasty topping) and you’re sure to have friends asking you for the recipe. So what are you waiting for? Check out the full apple cranberry cobbler recipe, head to the store for ingredients, and make this tasty treat this fall.

What recipes do you like best this time of year? We’d love to hear them — share your ideas with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.