I have high uric acid levels. i also have only one kidney. i seldom eat red meat. i don't drink. could there be a connection? i have mild gout.

Yes: The fact that you have one kidney and also have gout is a potentially serious combination. You need to be on allopurinol or Uloric to lower the serum uric acid below 6 mg/dl to prevent kidney stones or compromise of function in your one kidney. For you, there is no such thing as mild gout. All gout is serious.

Uric acid: Yes, renal impairment is one common cause of elevated uric acid. Diuretic therapy makes it worse. Likely connected. Optimal diet is essential. Low meat, no liver, low phosphate features.