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Mexican cooking revolves around corn and beans, and the two split sharply on a renal diet: corn tortillas, jicama and nopales are light on potassium, while pinto and black beans carry a heavy load. This list ranks the staples so you can build a kidney-safe Mexican plate.
Mexican staples ranked by potassium — tortillas, jicama, nopales, beans and rice for a renal diet.
Values are per 100g (USDA FoodData Central / ICMR-NIN). Your actual serving may differ — always multiply by your portion. For a personal plan, check each food's guide for serving advice, leaching techniques, and safer alternatives. Your nephrologist and renal dietitian set YOUR individual limits.
Browse all foods with full guidesThis content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.