Optimized for Stage 4 Snack 2 Servings

Toasted Sourdough with Cucumber and Herb Spread

Crisp toasted sourdough bread topped with a cool spread of cream cheese and fresh dill, layered with English cucumber rounds.

Nutrition Per Serving USDA FoodData Grounded
Calories 140 kcal
Protein 4 g
Potassium 120 mg
Phosphorus 45 mg
Sodium 130 mg
Prep Time: 5 mins · Cook Time: 2 mins · Total Time: 7 mins
Why This Recipe Fits Stage 4:

A satisfying, crunchy afternoon snack with under 150 calories, negligible potassium, and safe phosphorus levels.

Ingredients

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Cooking Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, blend cream cheese, minced dill, and a pinch of black pepper until smooth.

  2. Toast sourdough slices until golden and crisp.

  3. Spread 1 tablespoon of the herbed cream cheese across each toast slice.

  4. Layer overlapping cucumber rounds across the top.

  5. Finish with freshly cracked black pepper and serve immediately.

Kidney Nutrition & Mineral Prep Tips

Dietitian Tip: Cucumbers are over 95% water and very low in minerals, helping satisfy hunger between meals without taxing kidney filters.

Stage Adaptation: Safe for Stages 1 through 4.

Clinical Disclaimer: Recipe nutrient values are based on USDA FoodData Central calculations. Individual lab parameters vary; always confirm your personalized potassium, sodium, and protein limits with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.