Classic Kidney-Friendly Cucumber Salad

This classic cucumber salad needs little modification to make it kidney-friendly. It is refreshing and delicious during the hot summer when you're looking for a low potassium snack or side dish.

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Course: Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Low Calorie, Low Phosphorus, Low Potassium, Low Protein, Low Sodium, Plant-Based

Diet Type: CKD, Dialysis, VLPD

Servings: - 1 cup servings

Calories: 71kcal

Ingredients

4 medium cucumbers sliced (peeled or unpeeled per your preference)
1 medium onion sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt opt
Dill optional but recommended!

Instructions

Combine cucumbers and onions in bowl. Sprinkle with salt if using and add sprig of dill.
Boil sugar, vinegar, and water on medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved.
Pour vinegar mixture (while hot) over cucumbers and mix well. Allow to sit for at least 30 minutes before eating. Can keep in fridge for 3-5 days.

Notes

Carb and calorie count is slightly less then calculated as much of vinegar-sugar dressing is not consumed.
The optional salt really is optional! Try the recipe without it and see if you even miss it!

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