Is Goma-ae — Spinach Sesame Salad safe for CKD patients?

This Japanese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 520mg potassium, and 210mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Goma-ae — Spinach Sesame 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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Goma-ae — Spinach Sesame Salad

Blanched spinach dressed with toasted ground sesame, soy, and sugar.

Prep time 15 min

Servings 4

Calories 120 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

120

Calories

210mg

Phosphorus

210 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

520mg

Potassium

520 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Spinach + sesame = K + P heavy. Use kale or bok choy instead.

Ingredients

300g spinach
2 tbsp ground sesame
Soy 1 tsp, sugar

Cold Goma Ae Sesame Side Dish Spinach Vegetable

Cooking Steps

1
Blanch spinach, squeeze, cut.
2
Mix dressing.
3
Toss spinach in dressing.

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