Is Salsa Roja safe for CKD patients?

This Mexican recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 480mg potassium, and 60mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Salsa Roja more kidney-friendly?

See the CKD Tip section on this page for the specific adaptation we recommend. General principles: halve any fish sauce / soy sauce / bouillon; soak peeled vegetables in water to reduce potassium; choose lean meats; serve smaller portions of broth.

Where do these nutrition numbers come from?

Per-serving values are calculated by summing typical ingredient amounts × USDA FoodData Central values, then dividing by the recipe yield. Daily CKD limits referenced follow KDOQI 2020 clinical guidelines. Individual targets vary — always confirm with your renal dietitian.

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🇲🇽 Mexico · Mexican

Salsa Roja

Roasted tomato + dried chile salsa — deep red, smoky.

Prep time 20 min

Servings 4

Calories 60 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

60mg

Phosphorus

60 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

480mg

Potassium

480 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Dried chiles K + Na. Limit portion.

Ingredients

Tomato
Dried chiles
Garlic, salt

Dried Chile Everyday Roja Salsa Tomato

Cooking Steps

1
Roast.
2
Blend.

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