Is Egg White Veggie Omelette safe for CKD patients?

This American recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 180mg sodium, 220mg potassium, and 55mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Egg White Veggie Omelette 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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🇺🇸 United States · American

Egg White Veggie Omelette

A light, high-protein egg white omelette filled with kidney-friendly vegetables — the best breakfast choice for CKD patients.

Prep time 12 min

Servings 1

Calories 120 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

120

Calories

55mg

Phosphorus

55 / 800mg

180mg

Sodium

180 / 2000mg

220mg

Potassium

220 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Egg whites contain almost zero phosphorus (it's all in the yolk). You can enjoy 3–4 whites safely. Limit whole eggs to 1 per day.

Ingredients

3 egg whites
1/4 cup red bell pepper (diced)
2 tbsp onion (diced)
2 tbsp zucchini (diced)
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch of white pepper
Fresh chives

Low Phosphorus Low Potassium Quick

Cooking Steps

1
Whisk egg whites until slightly frothy.
2
Sauté vegetables in olive oil 2–3 minutes until tender.
3
Pour egg whites over vegetables.
4
Cook on medium-low, lifting edges as it sets.
5
Fold in half, slide onto plate. Season with pepper and chives.

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