Is Black Beans — Frijoles Negros safe for CKD patients?

This Mexican recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 620mg sodium, 580mg potassium, and 210mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Black Beans — Frijoles Negros 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

Black Beans — Frijoles Negros

Black beans simmered with epazote, garlic, onion — Yucatecan staple.

Prep time 120 min

Servings 4

Calories 210 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

210

Calories

210mg

Phosphorus

210 / 800mg

620mg

Sodium

620 / 2000mg

580mg

Potassium

580 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Same as refried — small portion only.

Ingredients

Black beans
Epazote, garlic, onion

Beans Black Beans Frijoles Vegetarian Yucatan

Cooking Steps

1
Cook beans until soft.
2
Season.

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