We all know how important it is to eat healthy food when you have CKD. In Eat Well Spend Less magazine, we show you that it is possible to eat kidney-friendly meals that are also tasty and low-cost.

Some of our recipes cost as little as 80p per portion to make and you can safely store leftovers for another day. Planning ahead and freezing meals means you will have a ready-to-pop-in-the-microwave healthy and tasty meal to eat after a dialysis session, when cooking a meal from scratch is often the last thing on your mind.

Recipes from Kidney Kitchen Eat Well Spend Less

  • Baked pasta

    This satisfying one-pot dish is low in salt, potassium and phosphate. It works with any pasta shape you already have, although orzo is particularly good.

  • Vegetable crumble

    A wholesome vegetarian meal, with a small amount of Italian hard cheese and nuts to give some crunch without too much phosphate per portion. Boiling the vegetables first keeps the potassium content low.

  • Chicken tray bake with butter beans and potatoes

    This quick tray bake is low in potassium, phosphate and salt. Make in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 days (reheat until piping hot).

  • Baked eggs and vegetables

    This low potassium and phosphate dish is simple and quick. This recipe is high in protein, therefore suitable for those advised to eat more protein, such as those receiving dialysis.

  • Salmon pasta with peas and sweetcorn

    This easy dish makes use of staple cupboard and freezer ingredients to make a healthy and filling meal.

  • Rice and bean burrito with side salad

    These hearty Mexican inspired burritos are budget friendly and make a quick and filling weekday dinner. This vegan recipe is packed with vegetables, so it is high in fibre and low in potassium and protein.

  • Chunky vegetable and pasta soup

    A hearty soup that’s low in potassium, phosphate and salt, this is simple to make and healthy too.

  • Chicken and vegetable crumble

    This savoury crumble is delicious with a creamy chicken and vegetable filling and a crunchy, cheesy topping. Great for a family meal and suitable for home freezing.

  • Pea risotto

    This quick and simple rice dish is low in potassium, phosphate and protein, although not low in salt due to the stock cube and cheese.

  • Sweet and crunchy chicken

    An interesting use of home staples in this high-protein dish that’s low in salt, potassium and phosphate.

  • Chicken stir fry

    This recipe is designed to use up leftover chicken (from a roast for example) for a quick and easy dinner.

  • Sausage and bean pasta

    This dish is low in potassium and phosphate, although not low in salt. No salt has been added in the recipe, but sausages and cheese are both high-salt ingredients.

  • Bean stew

    A high-protein vegetarian dish that’s also low in potassium and phosphate. The high protein means it is suitable for those receiving dialysis.

  • Broccoli and cauliflower pasta bake

    An indulgent, creamy dinner, this meal is high in energy but low in salt, phosphate and potassium.

  • Chicken pilaf

    Chicken pilaf is a rich and aromatic one-pot dish. A quick and easy dish that’s high in protein, it could make a great post-dialysis meal.

  • Basic mince and lentil mix

    Once made, this versatile recipe can be used as a base to make pie fillings, curries, stir fries, or pasta sauces.

  • Hearty cottage pie

    Topping this cottage pie with swede and carrot halves the potassium compared to a potato-topped pie. By making the filling in advance, this dish is quicker to cook.

  • Mince and lentil chilli con carne

    This is a quick and easy recipe for a tasty meal. The beef, lentils and beans are all good sources of protein, making this a suitable dish for somebody receiving dialysis.

  • Mince and lentil pasta Bolognese

    This quick and easy Bolognese sauce can be served with any pasta shape you already have in the cupboard. Mince and lentils are good protein sources, making this a good meal for somebody on dialysis.

  • Simple lasagne

    This comforting lasagne is low in salt, potassium and phosphate. This dish could be served with boiled vegetables instead of salad.

  • Stuffed peppers

    These tasty peppers are moist and filling, but most importantly low in salt, potassium and phosphate.

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