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Salt Free Taco Seasoning

Updated: May 21, 2024 · Published: Dec 12, 2019 by Laura Yautz · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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Our Salt Free Taco Seasoning features all the taco flavor you crave without any of the sodium! We use a variety of spices you likely already have in your pantry, to create our own seasoning that's perfect to use in taco, burrito, chili, or enchilada recipes!

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Small wooden bowl with taco seasoning in it, and a wooden spoon.

There's no reason to avoid tacos on a low sodium diet with this seasoning! Use it in any recipe you'd normally use taco seasoning in. Try it in Crumbled Tofu Tacos, Healthy Burrito Bowls, or Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas.

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  • Heart Health Benefits of Salt Free Taco Seasoning
  • Ingredients
  • Instructions
  • Equipment
  • Storage
  • Pro tip
  • FAQ
  • Related
  • Pairing
  • 📖 Recipe
  • Food safety

Heart Health Benefits of Salt Free Taco Seasoning

Commercial taco seasoning isn't overly terrible in terms of its healthfulness. The worst part about it is the salt - which is a huge issue for those with hypertension - because there is often a lot of salt in it! There is sometimes also some sugar added, but it's minimal so not a huge concern.

So I created this salt free version! Plus, you get all the great antioxidant benefits of the herbs and spices. You can even add a little salt of your own if you want since this has none. It will still be far less than a packet!

Ingredients

You'll need only a handful of spices from the pantry for this sodium free taco seasoning!

Ingredients for salt free taco seasoning.
  • Chili powder
  • Cumin
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Oregano
  • Paprika
  • Black pepper

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Healthy taco seasoning is a cinch to make, and perfect to keep in the cupboard for taco emergencies!

All the ingredients for salt free taco seasoning, measured into a bowl.
  1. Step 1: Measure all the ingredients into a bowl.
All spices combined into taco seasoning, in a white ceramic bowl.
  1. Step 2: Thoroughly mix all the spices until completely combined.

Hint: using sweet paprika will give you a more traditional taco seasoning, while using smoked paprika will add a nice smokiness to it.

Equipment

All you need for our no salt taco seasoning are measuring spoons and a small mixing bowl! We LOVE that!

Storage

Store your healthy homemade taco seasoning in an airtight container in the cupboard for 3-6 months. Storage time won't affect safety, but the spices will lose flavor over time.

Pro tip

Some chili powder varieties have salt added to them! Make sure to read the ingredients and choose one that is salt free for the lowest sodium taco seasoning.

FAQ

What type of paprika should I use for taco seasoning?

For a taco seasoning that resembles what you're probably used to, opt for sweet paprika. If you like it spicier, you can use hot paprika. Or if you want to impart some smokiness, smoked paprika will work. Hungarian paprika is fine if that's what you have, too.

Does taco seasoning have sodium?

Yes, and often a lot. Read the labels to find the lowest sodium option, or make your own with our salt free recipe. It's cheaper, too!

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Pairing

These are my favorite dishes that use salt free taco seasoning:

  • Bowl of chili; overhead shot.
    Low Sodium Chili (Mushroom Chili)
  • Glass meal prep container filled with burrito fillings.
    Healthy Burrito Bowls (Meal Prep Burrito Bowls)
  • Two enchiladas on a plate, with cilantro, lime slices, jalapeno slices, and avocado.
    Low Sodium Enchiladas with Black Beans and Sweet Potatoes
  • Five tacos lined up on a plate, surrounded by fixings.
    Crumbled Tofu Tacos
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📖 Recipe

Small wooden bowl with taco seasoning in it, and a wooden spoon.

Salt Free Taco Seasoning

Laura Yautz
Amazify your tacos and anything else you want with this easy salt-free taco seasoning using ingredients already in your pantry!
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Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Condiment, Seasoning
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5 Tablespoons
Calories 13 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1.5 tablespoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder (Optional - for spicier seasoning)

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 13kcal (1%)Carbohydrates: 2.1g (1%)Protein: 0.6g (1%)Fat: 0.5g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 76mg (3%)Potassium: 62.7mg (2%)Fiber: 0.6g (3%)Sugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 12.8IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 24.2mg (2%)Iron: 1.5mg (8%)

*Nutrition information is an estimate, and will change based on the brand and individual ingredients and amounts you use. This is provided for your convenience only.

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Food safety

Safety is our top priority in the kitchen! Always keep these tips in mind.

  • Wash hands before touching food, and after touching raw meat, your hair, face, pets, etc.
  • Make sure all needed utensils and equipment are clean
  • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
  • Always open the lid of cooking pots away from your face to avoid scalding burns

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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  1. Judy says

    December 20, 2022 at 4:05 pm

    How much do you use for a pound of beef

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    • Laura Yautz says

      December 21, 2022 at 2:14 pm

      Hi Judy, thanks for your question. I'd start with 2 Tbsp, and adjust up or down depending on your tastes and how spicy you like it. Hope this helps!

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