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Low Sodium Taco Seasoning

July 29, 2020 by Kelsey Leave a Comment

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Forget the sodium bomb that packaged seasonings bring, and easily make your own delicious low sodium taco seasoning! Perfect for taco-style beef, chicken, turkey, or beans!

taco seasoning in a dish with a spoon. Seasonings used behind it.

Seasoning packets are convenient, but in all honesty, not worth it. The ingredients often include a pile of unnecessary salt, additives, and fillers.

Just as conveniently, you can mix up a big batch of your own taco seasoning and have it on the ready when Taco Tuesday (or Wednesday, or Thursday) rolls around.

Packaged Taco seasoning vs. Homemade Low Sodium Taco Seasoning

nutrition facts label for regular taco seasoning. Includes 300mg of sodium per 1/6 of a packet- 13% of the recommended daily value of sodium.

Making your own taco seasoning is easy, cheap, and allows you to control your own heat and flavor. In addition, you can save 300mg of salt (or more!), without skimping on flavor.

Because most chili powders have some salt in them, this recipe contains up to 62mg of sodium per 0.5 tbsp (about as much as you will use for 1/4 pound of meat/beans. This is significantly lower than most packaged taco seasoning, even lower than the “lower sodium” varieties.

Plus, see the tips below on how to make this recipe your own so it’s your perfect blend to season any meat or bean mixture for your next taco night!

How to make homemade heart healthy taco seasoning

Mixing your own spices and herbs to make low sodium taco seasoning means that you can adjust to your tastes. The amounts listed in the recipe are a great place to start, but you can adjust as you like:

  • If you want it mild: leave out the crushed red pepper.
  • If you like it smoky: add 1 tsp of smoked paprika
  • If you like more spice: add 1/4-1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper.

How to store & Keep Fresh

Homemade low sodium taco seasoning in a glass jar.

While you really can store this seasoning as long as the earliest expiration date on the seasonings you are using, a good rule of thumb is 3-6 months.

Since this mixture contains several spices that keep better under cooler temperatures, you may be able to lengthen the keep time if you store in the refrigerator.

Using Your Taco Seasoning

This spice mix isn’t just for ground beef. You can use this to season shredded chicken, pork, beans, and any combination. Once your medium is cooked through and heated in a saucepan, turn the heat to low and add 2 tbsp of seasoning for every one pound of meat or beans.

Add 1/3-1/2 cup of water to the mixture and stir, letting it come to a simmer so that the sauce created by the water and the taco seasoning thickens.

A pan of diced taco chicken.

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Low Sodium Taco Seasoning

Forget the sodium bomb that packaged seasonings bring, and make your own delicious low sodium taco seasoning! Perfect for taco-style beef, chicken, turkey, or beans!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Main Course, Seasoning
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: seasoning
Servings: 16
Calories: 9kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 2 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp oregano leaves
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper optional

Instructions

  • Combine all seasonings.
  • Use 2 tbsp of seasoning per 1 pound of meat or beans. Add 1/3-1/2 cup of water with seasoning to meat. Stir and let simmer until the liquid as thickened.
  • Store in an airtight container for 3 months or to the closest expiration date of the seasonings used. This recipe makes 8 tbsp, or enough to season 4 pounds of meat or beans.

Notes

This recipe makes enough seasoning for 4 pounds of meat/beans, with 2 tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat. 
The nutrition facts are calculated assuming a serving is 1/4 pound of meat, or 1/2 a tablespoon of seasoning. 

Not ready to make this just yet? Add it to your favorite Pinterest board to save for later!

Seasonings in the background with low sodium taco seasoning in a dish with a spoon.

Want more low sodium recipes? I’ve got you covered below!

  • Low sodium Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • Mexican Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers
  • Crispy Air Fryer Tofu Tenders

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