Is Oi Muchim — Spicy Cucumber Salad safe for CKD patients?

This Korean recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 150mg potassium, and 40mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Oi Muchim — Spicy Cucumber Salad 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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🇰🇷 Korea · Korean

Oi Muchim — Spicy Cucumber Salad

Sliced cucumber tossed with gochugaru, vinegar, sesame, garlic.

Prep time 15 min

Servings 4

Calories 40 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

40mg

Phosphorus

40 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

150mg

Potassium

150 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Low-K side dish.

Ingredients

2 cucumbers
Gochugaru, vinegar, sugar
Sesame, garlic

Banchan Cucumber Kidney Friendlier Salad Spicy

Cooking Steps

1
Slice cucumber, salt 10 min.
2
Toss with dressing.

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