Enjoying great, tasty food together is a major part of family life. But a diagnosis of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the family can feel overwhelming, and if you are the person who does most of the cooking, you might think that preparing meals and lunch boxes has just become complicated.

Let us put your mind at ease. Family Favourites, a special edition for children and young people with kidney disease, contains a range of easy to follow, delicious recipes the whole family will enjoy.

Recipes from Kidney Kitchen Family Favourites

  • Turkey and bean burger

    A tasty, high-protein burger that’s low in potassium, phosphate and salt. The mix of turkey and beans makes it light, yet filling, and the fresh coleslaw adds crunch and extra fibre.

  • Creamy pasta with chicken and broccoli

    A creamy, high-protein pasta that’s low in potassium, phosphate and salt. Quick and easy, it’s also ideal for those having dialysis.

  • Easy beef and vegetable noodles

    A quick and healthy stir-fry that’s high in protein and full of colourful vegetables, while still low in potassium, phosphate and salt.

  • Pork and fennel pizza

    A simple, homemade pizza that’s low in potassium and phosphate, but still full of favour. Enjoy as an occasional treat, or share with family for a balanced meal.

  • Charlie's beef curry

    This flavour-packed curry is a comforting, high-energy meal low in salt, potassium, and phosphate, yet impressive enough to serve visitors!

  • Tasty tuna pittas

    This tasty tuna pitta packs in three portions of veg, while being low in salt, potassium, and phosphate, and is quick and easy to make!

  • Mediterranean chicken pittas

    These colourful chicken pittas are quick to make, and provide a fresh, high-protein meal that’s full of flavour, but low in potassium, phosphate and salt.

  • Sticky chicken rice

    A quick and tasty everyday meal that’s low in potassium, phosphate and salt, and high in protein.

  • Calzone pizza with roasted vegetables and pesto

    This folded pizza is a kidney-friendly twist on a classic comfort food, but created to be lower in salt, potassium and phosphate.

  • Rainbow frittata

    This colourful frittata makes an easy, family-friendly meal that’s full of flavour, but is low in potassium, salt and phosphate.

  • Spiced carrot falafel with herby couscous and a yoghurt dressing

    This falafel with herby couscous and yoghurt dressing is a delicious, lightly spiced dish packed with flavour while still low in salt, potassium, and phosphate.

  • Green mac and cheese

    This comforting, wholesome twist on mac and cheese is a delicious way to get more greens into the whole family. Packed with flavour, but low in salt, potassium, and phosphate.

  • Vegetable toad in the hole with Charlie’s gravy

    A delicious twist on a traditional recipe that’s high in protein but low in salt, potassium and phosphate. The hearty batter and roasted vegetables make this a very tasty dish.

  • Egg-fried rice

    A quick yet wholesome meal for those busy days that is packed with the goodness of vegetables and eggs.

  • Moreish veggie muffins

    These savoury muffins are a delicious, kidney-friendly snack, perfect for picnics or lunch boxes, and taste great warm or cold.

  • Crispy vegetable fritters

    These crispy vegetable fritters are a tasty, kidney-friendly snack, packed with veg and perfect as a savoury light bite. This recipe is a great way to add more plant-based foods to your kidney-friendly diet, and a great way to get children to eat more veggies!

  • Peanut butter bars

    A yummy sweet treat or dessert that both kids and adults will love – yet still low in potassium and phosphate.

  • Chocolate chip cookies

    These delicious chocolate chip cookies make an occasional, homemade treat the whole family can enjoy, as they’re lower in salt, potassium, and phosphate than most shop-bought biscuits.

  • Easy apple muffins with cream cheese frosting

    These fruity and easy-to-make sweet treats are low in potassium, phosphate, and salt and are sure to be a family favourite!

  • Celebration cake

    This versatile, kidney-friendly recipe can be made as a cake, cupcakes or traybake and is perfect for birthdays or other celebrations.