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Salad dressing, peppercorn dressing, commercial, regular

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskSalad dressing receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (55%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus26 mg3%
Low
Sodium1103 mg55%
High
Potassium176 mg9%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Condiments & Oils deserve attention: Salad dressing - Sodium varies hugely across condiments and oils - soy sauce and sauces are sodium-dense while most plant oils are nearly sodium-free. Swapping salty sauces for oils is a practical sodium trick.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 55%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein1.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.5 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Use herbs, lemon or vinegar instead of salty sauces; be aware that low-sodium salt substitutes swap in potassium.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Salad dressing safe for kidney disease?

Salad dressing is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 55% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Salad dressing rated Higher risk?

Salad dressing's Sodium content (1103 mg) equals 55% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Salad dressing?

In every 100 g of Salad dressing, Sodium is about 1103 mg - roughly 55% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Salad dressing safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Salad dressing falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 176 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Salad dressing compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Against the Condiments & Oils average, Salad dressing shows more Sodium (1103 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.