Kidney-Friendly Apple & Pear Smoothie

Apple and pear blend into something naturally sweet and mellow, which is part of why this smoothie doesn't need much beyond a splash of almond milk and a little ice.

Fruit-forward smoothies like this one are often favored in kidney-friendly eating because they lean on lower-potassium fruits rather than the bananas and avocados that show up in a lot of other smoothie recipes. A squeeze of lemon keeps the flavor bright, and honey is there only if the fruit needs a little extra sweetness.

Blend until smooth and pour into glasses right away, while it's still cold from the ice.