Renal diet meal planning can be challenging. If you struggle to find dishes that are both delicious and kidney-friendly, you’ve come to right place. We proudly present our PKD-friendly Keto Salmon Poke Bowl!
What is a poke bowl?
A poke bowl is a Hawaiian dish influenced by Japanese and other Asian cuisines. It typically consists of bite-sized cubes of fish, traditionally raw and marinated, served over warm rice, and garnished with vegetable toppings.
Nowadays, poke bowls have evolved tremendously to include cooked fish instead of raw and even vegan protein options with tofu or edamame. Toppings have also become more diverse with the inclusion of fruits like mango or pineapple, nuts and seeds, and even mayonnaise sauces.
Why we love this recipe
1. Poke bowls are versatile and customizable
Poke bowls are a blank canvas. Whether you love crunchy veggies or creamy avocado, you can make your bowl just the way you want it. Be creative with your dish using the following rough guide:
A. Base: traditionally the base would be piping hot rice. If you are looking to lower your carb intake, use cauliflower rice (as we did here), shirataki rice or noodles, zucchini noodles, or even a bed of salad greens. If you’re a fan of shirataki, be sure to also check out our Thai Curry Shirataki Noodle Stir Fry recipe!
B. Protein: really, this could be anything from fish, shrimp, scallops, or even tofu. If you choose to serve raw seafood, make sure to choose high quality, fresh, sashimi-grade seafood.
Prefer a cooked salmon poke bowl? Simply pan-fry, bake, or air-fry it! Want it even simpler? Make a smoked salmon poke bowl!
C. Toppings: the options are endless - cucumber, radish, jicama, shredded cabbage, carrots, peppers, onions, mushrooms, avocados, mango, pineapple, seaweed, pickled ginger, nuts and seeds. This is a good way of using up whatever vegetables you have left in your fridge!
D. Dressing: mix and match the following to find your perfect combination — mayonnaise, coconut aminos, miso, garlic, rice vinegar, and/or sesame oil. Want a spicy salmon poke bowl? Add wasabi, sriracha or chili slices. Use whatever you have in your pantry!
2. Effortlessly delicious
In today's fast-paced world, convenience is key when it comes to meal preparation. Fortunately, our Keto Salmon Poke Bowl ticks all the boxes in terms of ease and efficiency.
With minimal cooking required, this dish is a breeze to put together, making it an ideal one-pan option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Only the cauliflower rice (and optionally the salmon) requires a quick sauté.
Additionally, it's meal-prep friendly, provided you use cooked fish or tofu. Simply cook a larger batch of salmon and cauliflower rice ahead of time, and you'll have a nutritious meal ready to enjoy whenever hunger strikes.
3. PKD-friendly
This recipe is keto-friendly and low-oxalate, making it perfect for patients with polycystic kidney disease (PKD).
Instead of regular rice, we use cauliflower rice to keep carbs low while still providing a satisfying base to your bowl. Also, salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 rich protein. Additionally, this recipe is low oxalate with only 16.75 mg oxalates per serving.
Want to learn the skills to personalize your favorite dishes and make it PKD-friendly? Work with a KNI dietitian to discover your nutrition priorities today!
Keto Salmon Poke Bowl
Ingredients
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos for lower sodium
- 2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp erythritol
- 4 oz salmon diced
- 1 avocado cubed
- 1 small cucumber diced
- 1/3 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 1/3 oz hiyashi wakame
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp wasabi to taste, or use hot sauce
Instructions
- Heat half of the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add salmon and sauté for 1-2 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower rice and sauté for 3-5 minutes or to your desired tenderness. Season with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and erythritol. Place in a bowl.
- Top with salmon, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, and wakame.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and wasabi (or hot sauce if preferred). Add a splash of water to thin out the sauce. Drizzle sauce over the poke bowl. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Our Verdict on the Keto Salmon Poke Bowl
This Keto Salmon Poke Bowl is originally developed for our RISE program collaboration with Santa Barbara Nutrients and Juntendo University. But it has become one of my favorites ever since. Not only is it super simple to put together, it is also delicious, satisfying, and nutritious.
Looking to start your own PKD health journey? Work with a KNI dietitian to discover your nutrition priorities today!
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