Gelatin Beet Salad

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Gelatin Beet Salad, suitable for CKD patients. Low in calories, sodium, and fat. A refreshing and tangy side dish with a unique flavor!
Meal Type Dinner , Lunch , Salad , Side dish
Diets Low calorie , Low carb , Low fat , Low phosphorus , Low potassium , Low sodium
Ingredients
  • 6 oz. package of apricot gelatin
  • 15 oz. can sliced pickled beets
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and julienne
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoons horseradish
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Gelatin Beet Salad
Directions
Prep: 15 min, Cook: 45 min, Total: 1 hr
  1. Drain beets, saving the liquid.
  2. Add enough water to the beet liquid to make 1 ½ cups.
  3. Place beets and apples in a serving bowl.
  4. Bring liquid to a boil, remove from the heat and dissolve gelatin in the liquid.
  5. Add sugar, vinegar, horseradish and Dijon mustard; stir together.
  6. Pour over the beet and apples, refrigerate and allow to gel.
Nutritional Information
  • Calories 115
  • Carbohydrates 27.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber 1.1 g
  • Protein 1.4 g
  • Fat 0.2 g
  • Saturated Fat 0 g
  • Sodium 161.9 mg
  • Potassium 96.5 mg
  • Calcium 8.9 mg
  • Phosphorus 28.7 mg
These recipes are for informational use only and not a substitute for medical or dietary advice. Consult your healthcare provider or dietitian for personalized guidance.
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