Managing blood pressure is vital for cardiovascular health, and reducing sodium intake is one way to support that goal. While many people focus on the salt shaker at the table, it’s easy to overlook the sodium hidden in processed foods like pre-packaged seasoning mixes. These convenient packets are frequently loaded with sodium that can increase blood pressure and harm your heart health.
By mixing your own spice blends at home, you not only cut down on sodium, but also can tailor the flavor to your individual taste. Try swapping store-bought taco seasoning for this make-at-home mix to prioritize heart-smart seasoning.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Submitted by Jamie Lund, Nurse Clinician
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (add more for more heat)
- ½ teaspoon coriander (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Add the seasoning to 1 pound of cooked ground turkey, chicken, or meat substitute.
Nutritional analysis per serving
Serving size: ¼ batch to season quarter pound of meat or meat substitute
| Calories 5 | Sodium 300mg |
| Total Fat 0g | Total Carbohydrate 2g |
| Saturated Fat 0g | Dietary Fiber Less than 1g |
| Trans Fat 0g | Total Sugars 0g |
| Cholesterol 0mg | Protein 0g |
