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Kidney-Friendly Blueberry Compote

Low Sodium & IgAN Friendly Blueberry Compote Recipe

March 12, 2025
Discover the natural sweetness of our Low Sodium Blueberry Compote, specially crafted for those managing IgA nephropathy and kidney health. This versatile, kidney-friendly topping combines fresh blueberries—a renal-safe fruit containing only 150mg of potassium per serving—with minimal added ingredients to create a delicious sauce that's naturally low in sodium, phosphorus, and potassium. Perfect for brightening up your breakfast or dessert, this 15-minute recipe proves that kidney-conscious eating can be both healthy and delicious. Enjoy it on kidney-friendly pancakes, stirred into yogurt, or as a naturally sweet topping for your favorite approved treats.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 66 kcal

Equipment

  • Small sauce pot
  • Small wood spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 3 tbsp Water
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice preferably fresh

Instructions
 

  • Add one cup of blueberries and the remaining ingredients to a small saucepot and simmer over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes. 10 minutes
  • Add the rest of the blueberries and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Serve warm. 10 minutes

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbspCalories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Blueberry, Compote, Low Sodium
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References

  • Hall, Y.N., Fuentes, E.F., Chertow, G.M. et al. Race/ethnicity and disease severity in IgA nephropathy. BMC Nephrol 5, 10 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2369-5-10
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