Refreshing, simple, low potassium.
Smoothies are unfortunately often very heavy in potassium. Â Let’s take for example the Dairy Queen tropical mango smoothie. Â The 12 oz drink packs an impressive 528 mg potassium (and it doesn’t even include bananas – a classic smoothie addition for creaminess). Â This is hardly kidney-friendly. For the last year I have been pondering and searching for some kidney-friendly smoothie options. Â In my searching I stumbled upon this magnificent, simple, low potassium beverage option. Â It isn’t creamy like a classic smoothie. Â However, what it lacks in creaminess it makes up for in refreshing.
Four Ingredient Simple Blueberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup rice milk
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar substitute like Stevia
- 1 sprig fresh mint
- Ice cubes optional depending on desired thickness
Instructions
- Puree the blueberries, rice milk, honey, mint, and extra ice (if using) in a blender. Serve in a tall glass.
Notes
Nutrition
KidneyGrub Verdict:
This is a true can-do kidney-friendly smoothie. Period. It is refreshing, simple, and quick.  A true classic. I whipped this up for breakfast in less than five minute. Truthfully, I wasn’t sure if I would like it or not.  I was very  much pleasantly surprised on how refreshing and satisfying this was.  It is more like a juice than a smoothie since it lacks the traditional “creaminess” of a smoothie.  As a light, but satisfying breakfast it really hit the spot for me.  I could see this paired well with a simple piece of toast with butter.
Notes on this recipe:
1)This separates rather quickly. Â I didn’t feel like the separation impacted flavor but the drink is prettier well emulsified. If you plan to serve to friends or family, make sure to mix right before serving. This would also be great with a handful of ice added, or if you need some extra calories 1-2 tbsps of heavy cream.
2)If you’re trying to increase protein intake (if you’re on dialysis, you could add an unflavored protein powder to this. Don’t be heavy-handed with your protein scoop as the flavor of this smoothie is fairly delicate. Â Too much protein powder and you’ll end up with a gritty artificial-tasting drink (blech!).
Looking for more refreshing drinks? Check our our Raspberry Mint Limeade or Italian Lemonade!
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I need these types of breakfast drinks. Used yo eating oatmeal every morning having a hard time.
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This page really help me informed me very well cuz I needed to get on a low potassium diet and I didn’t know how to even start with this information I’m on the right path
Thank you ????
Can almond milk or apple juice or cranberry juice be substituted for the rice milk?
Hi Sandra, absolutely! The apple or cranberry will probably just make this a bit juicer while the almond milk would add some creaminess. Feel free to substitute your favorite “phos additive free” plant based milk for any recipe!
Thank you so very much, I’ve been looking for low potassium smoothies and drinks made this blueberry with almond milk it was very good. My potassium levels are always a little high
Hi Christine, we’re so glad that you enjoyed the smoothie and found a good go-to low potassium option!