Shallot — Échalote is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Shallot — Échalote — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
6%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
17%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Shallot — Échalote

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
72 kcal
Protein
2.5 g
Carbs
17.0 g
Fat
0.1 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
60 mg
6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
12 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
334 mg
17% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Shallot — Échalote contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from french-foods. USDA.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shallot — Échalote safe for people with kidney disease?
Shallot — Échalote is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 60.0mg phosphorus, 12.0mg sodium, and 334.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Shallot — Échalote?
A 100.0g serving of Shallot — Échalote contains 60mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Shallot — Échalote?
Per 100.0g serving, Shallot — Échalote provides 12mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Shallot — Échalote?
Shallot — Échalote contains 334mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Shallot — Échalote?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Shallot — Échalote is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines