Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon (Easy Recipe!)

I’m so excited to share this delicious recipe for Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon!  It’s one of those recipes that tastes sophisticated and like it’s more complicated to make than it really is! 

Truth be told, this recipe is actually quite simple.  And it has so much flavor, you truly won’t miss the salt!

Jump to:

• Why should I make this Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?
• What are the ingredients in Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?
• Isn’t parmesan cheese high in sodium?
• What are the steps to make Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?
• What can I serve with my Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?
• Enjoy!
• Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon (Easy Recipe!)

Why should I make this Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?

Key points about this recipe:

• Easy—This recipe involves only a few easy steps. Even those who “don’t cook” will be able to make it, no problem!
• Quick--You’ll be able to make your Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon from start to finish in about 20 minutes!
• Uses only 5 common ingredients, including spices!
• Low sodium—One 3-oz cooked serving contains 171 mg of sodium.
• Compatible with a Kidney-Friendly diet—A “kidney-friendly diet” almost always includes low sodium. We’ve established that this recipe fits the bill! In addition, with 432 mg of potassium and 334 mg of phosphorus, it can easily fit into a diet low in these nutrients as well (if applicable). 
• Numerous health benefits—Salmon is packed full of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and delivers a ton of other health benefits!  Here’s a great article that sums up salmon’s benefits to the heart, brain, joints and bones. 
• Diabetes-Friendly-- This recipe is virtually carb-free, containing 0.5 g/serving.
• Delicious—The special, yet simple combination of ingredients will create a dish so tasty that you’ll feel like you’re eating at a fine dining restaurant!

What are the ingredients in Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?

The first three ingredients are evident in the name!

• Salmon—Any type of salmon can be used--Both fresh and frozen (thawed) work. I used Coho salmon, because it doesn’t have a “fishy” taste and is reasonably-priced.  Pink salmon is another mild-flavored, economical choice.  If you need help deciding on what type of salmon to use, here’s a great article that breaks it down nicely!
• Minced garlic—A healthy dose of minced garlic gives this dish so much flavor!
• Shredded Parmesan Cheese—Be sure to use shredded parmesan found in the refrigerated section, rather than the shelf-stable grated parmesan in the shaker bottle.  These two types have similar nutrition profiles, but the shredded parmesan melts more easily and tastes much better in this recipe! 

Other ingredients include:

• Unsalted Butter
• Salt-Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning, such as this one by Dash®️.  The dollar store also carries an almost identical salt-free garlic & herb seasoning!

Isn’t parmesan cheese high in sodium?

The answer to this question is…. “It depends”.  This is one of those situations where portion size matters.  If used in the amount called for in this recipe (1 Tablespoon per serving), the parmesan cheese contributes a reasonable ~85 mg of sodium per serving.

Parmesan cheese has a stronger flavor than some other cheeses.  Consequently, a little bit goes a long way!

What are the steps to make Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?

This recipe involves just a few easy steps.  We’ll give a little more detail in the recipe, but in summary, here are the steps:

1. Mix the minced garlic and softened butter together in a small dish.
2. Put the salmon in a baking dish and spread the butter/garlic mixture on the top of the salmon.
3. Sprinkle with the salt-free garlic & herb seasoning.
4. Bake!

What can I serve with my Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon?

The Everyday Kidney Cook has several other recipes that will pair nicely with this recipe:

• Low Sodium Macaroni & Cheese (Dump & Bake)—This is my #1 pick and my favorite recipe of The Everyday Kidney Cook! If you haven't tried it yet, you definitely need to!
• Easiest Low Sodium Mashed Potatoes (& Low Potassium)
• Easy American Coleslaw Recipe (Kidney-Friendly)
• Super Easy Low Sodium Baked Beans (Kidney-Friendly)
• 5-Minute Healthy Fried Rice Recipe
• Roasted Frozen Green Beans (Low Sodium)

Other easy, low sodium & kidney-friendly sides for your Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon could include:

• Rice-- Any rice without added salt will do, but for super quick & easy rice, try microwaveable Ben’s Original™️Ready Rice™️!  Just be sure to choose one of the unseasoned varieties. These are mostly sodium-free, are low in potassium and contain no phosphate additives.
• Buttered pasta
• Steamed Vegetables—If potassium is a concern, green beans, carrots, cauliflower, broccoli and asparagus are good choices.
• Roasted veggies—We already mentioned our recipe for Roasted Frozen Green Beans (Low Sodium). In addition, any of the above vegetables mentioned for steaming also taste great roasted!
• Salad or greens—Serve some lettuce or greens drizzled with low sodium dressing alongside your salmon, and you’ve got yourself a meal!
• Baked or roasted potato or sweet potato (IF YOU DO NOT NEED TO LIMIT POTASSIUM!)—Potatoes and sweet potatoes go great with salmon!  (Hint: If you’re in a hurry, these microwave well!). However, both are very high in potassium, so you may want to choose one of the lower potassium alternatives above if you've been advised to limit your potassium intake. 

Enjoy!

Our recipe for Low Sodium Garlic Parmesan Salmon is quick, easy and delicious.  In addition, it’s low sodium, kidney-friendly, heart-healthy and provides many other health benefits! 

When paired with one or two of the easy sides mentioned above, you’ll have dinner on the table in no time!

Give it a try, and drop a line in the comments to let us know how you liked it! 

For another amazingly quick & easy seafood meal, try out our recipe for Fish or Salmon Dinner for Two in 7 Minutes !