Low Sodium Taco Seasoning Recipe

Our Low Sodium Taco Seasoning recipe has all the flavor without the salt!  Use it on any food to which you want to give a Mexican flair!

So, whether it’s Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo or just an ordinary weeknight, you can get your Mexican food fix without worrying about compromising your nutrition goals!

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• Why did I develop this Low Sodium Taco Seasoning recipe?
• Low Sodium Taco Seasoning Recipe ingredients
• With what foods can I use Low Sodium Taco Seasoning?
• How much Low Sodium Taco Seasoning do I need to use?
• Variations
• Storage of your Low Sodium Taco Seasoning
• Don’t wait!  Give it a try!
• Low Sodium Taco Seasoning Recipe

Why did I develop this Low Sodium Taco Seasoning recipe?

There are a few main reasons that prompted me to concoct this Low Sodium Taco Seasoning recipe:

1. Regular taco seasoning is shockingly high in sodium!  2 teaspoons of the average taco seasoning contains 480 mg of sodium!  This is in contrast to a comparable serving of our Low Sodium Taco Seasoning Recipe that contains < 1 mg!
2. Store-bought low sodium taco seasoning can be hard to find. Sure, you’ll be able to find many “reduced sodium” and 25, 30 & even 40% “lower sodium” taco seasonings in the supermarket.  These are still high in sodium, however. And true low sodium taco seasoning is not available in every store. For example, my local Wal-Mart does not carry it).
3. Many store-bought or pre-packaged low sodium taco seasoning doesn’t taste great! The few low sodium taco seasonings that I was able to get my hands on were pretty bland. 
4. Or store-bought low sodium taco seasoning contained weird spices! Ginger and cinnamon in your tacos?  However, I don’t know about you, but I prefer my tacos, fajitas and burritos to taste like tacos, fajitas and burritos!

Low Sodium Taco Seasoning Recipe ingredients

One of the great things about our Low Sodium Taco Seasoning recipe (besides tasting great!) is that it uses ordinary, everyday spices.  These spices include:

• Chili powder—some brands contain sodium, so try to get the ones that are sodium-free. If unable to do so, the sodium content per serving will increase to ~ 40 mg.  Which is still not bad!
• Cumin
• Oregano
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Cayenne pepper
• Sweet paprika

With what foods can I use Low Sodium Taco Seasoning?

Below are some ways to use this Low Sodium Taco Seasoning recipe:

• Tacos (beef, chicken, fish or shrimp!)
• Fajitas
• Burritos
• Quesadillas
• Pasta—Try adding it to our Low Sodium Macaroni & Cheese (Dump & Bake)
• Rice
• Soups and stews
• Casseroles
• Chili
• Meatloaf
• Sloppy Joes—Add it to our Low Sodium Sloppy Joes (Kidney-Friendly)
• As a dry rub for meat or chicken
• Mixed in breading for chicken, meat or vegetables
• Mixed with plain Greek yogurt or sour cream to make a dip
• With sautéed or oven roasted vegetables—It's super-yummy on our Roasted Frozen Green Beans (Low Sodium)
• Scrambled eggs and omelets
• Popcorn
• Roasted nuts or chickpeas
• Taco Salad
• Hummus
• and so much more……

How much Low Sodium Taco Seasoning do I need to use?

If you recall, the serving size cited for regular taco seasoning was 2 teaspoons.  However, you'll be able to use less Low Sodium Taco Seasoning for an equivalent amount of flavor. That's because regular taco seasoning contains corn starch and salt, which take up space.

Therefore, one serving of our Low Sodium Taco Seasoning is 1 ½ teaspoons.  And approximately 2 tablespoon is needed to season 1 pound of meat/protein.  However, keep in mind with food such as fajitas, where you are seasoning protein AND vegetables, you will likely need to use more seasoning.

Variations

You may adjust any of the above-noted spices to suit your taste preferences with very little effect on the nutrient value.  Therefore, if you’re a garlic-lover, add more garlic powder! Similarly, if you like things a little spicy, add more cayenne pepper, chili pepper or red pepper flakes.  The choice is yours!

Storage of your Low Sodium Taco Seasoning

If stored in an air-tight container in a cool, dark place, your Low Sodium Taco Seasoning will last at least 6 months.  I like to make a double or triple batch and keep it in a jar with a lid.  That way, it’s always fresh and I always have some on hand when I need it!

Don’t wait!  Give it a try!

Our Low Sodium Taco Seasoning is almost sodium-free, is simple to make and can be used on tons of different food!.  But best of all, it tastes great!  So spice up your life a little and give this recipe a try! 

Let us know in the comments how you like it!