Is Chè Ba Màu — Three-Color Dessert safe for CKD patients?

This Vietnamese recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 80mg sodium, 280mg potassium, and 120mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Chè Ba Màu — Three-Color Dessert 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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🇻🇳 Vietnam · Vietnamese

Chè Ba Màu — Three-Color Dessert

Layered dessert with red beans, yellow mung bean, green pandan jelly, coconut milk, and crushed ice.

Prep time 30 min

Servings 2

Calories 340 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

340

Calories

120mg

Phosphorus

120 / 800mg

80mg

Sodium

80 / 2000mg

280mg

Potassium

280 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Coconut milk + beans add some K + P. OK as occasional treat.

Ingredients

100g cooked red beans
100g cooked mung bean paste
Pandan jelly
Coconut milk
Crushed ice

Beans Che Coconut Dessert Iconic

Cooking Steps

1
Layer in glass: red bean, mung paste, jelly.
2
Pour coconut milk.
3
Top with crushed ice.

Add to your meal plan

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