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Spanish rice mix, dry mix, prepared (with canola/vegetable oil blend or diced tomatoes and margarine)

Per 100 g edible portion
Dishes
ModerateSpanish rice mix is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 17% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus45 mg4%
Low
Sodium349 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium185 mg9%
Low

About this food

Spanish rice mix sits in the Dishes group. Mixed dishes depend entirely on their ingredients and cooking method. When checking a dish, use the main ingredients as the guide and watch the sodium that sauces bring.

Nutrient insight

Spanish rice mix's sodium (17%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein3.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.8 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Evaluate by the main ingredients and watch the sodium that sauces and marinated parts bring.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Spanish rice mix safe for kidney disease?

Spanish rice mix is rated Moderate: Sodium is 17% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Spanish rice mix rated Moderate?

Spanish rice mix's Sodium content (349 mg) equals 17% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Spanish rice mix?

On a per-100 g basis, Spanish rice mix contains Sodium 349 mg, or 17% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Spanish rice mix safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Spanish rice mix falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 185 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Spanish rice mix compare to other dishes foods?

Measured against other Dishes foods, Spanish rice mix is less in Sodium (349 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.