Low sodium recipes. I know, right? Totally crazy. And totally delicious. You thought I was a fan of flavorless food? You are wrong.
What I found is that herbs, spices, and a little creativity act like magic without all the extra salt. And if you were going to make me describe it, I’d say it tasted warm, rich, and comforting all at the same time.
So get ready, because tasty dishes like fluffy pancakes, ramen, and beef stew are about to change your mind.
1. Low-Sodium Blueberry Pancakes
Besides no-salt bread, here’s another fantastic breakfast option for you. These pancakes are every bit as light and fluffy as the classic kind.
The blueberries give them pretty little blue bursts and a sweet, tart flavor that is just so refreshing.
A lot of pancake mixes are packed with sodium, but that’s okay because making your own batter from scratch is a total breeze. With this recipe on hand, your mornings are about to get a whole lot brighter.
2. Low-Sodium Beef Stew
Normally, making beef stew is ridiculously simple. You just throw everything into the crockpot and it turns into magic. It’s that fool-proof. The only catch is that most beef stew recipes are loaded with sodium.
But don’t worry, there are some out there that fit the low-sodium lifestyle, and this one is a total winner.
Instead of salt, this recipe slow cooks the meat with celery, onions, carrots, garlic, thyme, a bay leaf, wine, mustard, and tomato paste. With that kind of a flavor party happening, who even needs salt?
3. Low-Sodium Ramen
Even though instant ramen is notoriously not great for you, it can be so hard to resist. There’s just something about those dehydrated noodles that makes them a total deliciousness bomb.
If you’re seriously craving it, you can always turn to this low-sodium version. Just like the instant kind, it takes only 5 minutes to whip up.
The big difference is that it has way less sodium and a whole lot more vegetables. You just need three things: chow mein noodles, dehydrated veggies, and low-sodium chicken bouillon. Easy, right?
4. Spiced Oatmeal
The days of oatmeal being seen as some kind of tasteless goo are long gone. We can thank whoever came up with overnight oats for that.
The fact that this breakfast is prepped and served in a cute little mason jar alone makes it a major hit. The once plain-looking meal is now totally Insta-worthy.
The prep is also a breeze. Instead of standing over a hot stove stirring oats, you just pop them in the fridge. In the morning, they’ll be perfectly softened with zero cooking needed!
But it’s the flavor that makes these a true success. Spiked with milk, cranberries, chia seeds, and yummy spices, this dish is tasty and hearty. Yes, please.
5. No-Salt White Bread
Even though bread tastes pretty neutral, did you know that 100 grams of it can have 491 milligrams of sodium?
When you consider that low-sodium dieters are supposed to stick to 2,000 milligrams a day, that’s a huge chunk! A little unfortunate for all the bread lovers out there, right?
But don’t you worry, because this no-salt white bread recipe is here to save the day. It’s every bit as soft, pillowy, and delicious as classic white bread, but it has no salt in it whatsoever.
6. Low-Sodium Apple Cinnamon Muffins
How about a little hearty dessert for breakfast? Muffins from the store are not only high in sodium but also packed with preservatives.
The answer is to bake them yourself! These apple cinnamon muffins will absolutely hit the spot.
They’re low in sodium but so high in flavor. You just can’t go wrong with the combination of apples and cinnamon. The texture is a dream, too. They’re perfectly moist and tender.
They’re so good, you won’t even realize they’re healthy.
7. Low-Sodium Tomato Sauce
Feeling a spaghetti night coming on? Let’s whip up a delicious sauce, shall we? Pasta dishes are undeniably yummy, but they are usually loaded with salt.
Thanks to this recipe, even people on a low-sodium diet can get in on a good plate of spaghetti.
With oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, onions, and sugar, this spaghetti sauce is super scrumptious even without any salt. Pro-tip: for even more flavor, use wine or a low-sodium broth instead of water.
8. Low-Sodium Meatloaf
This low-sodium meatloaf is just as moist and tasty as any other! A mix of ground turkey, low-sodium Ritz crackers, vegetables, and seasonings makes a mouthwatering meatloaf that even people not on a diet will love.
You can eat it all by itself, or serve it with a salad for a light meal. You can also make it into a sandwich using that no-salt bread. It’s delicious every single way.
9. Low-Sodium Black Bean Soup
Black bean soup is a classic comfort food that warms you right up on a rainy day. Packed with beans and vegetables, this soup is hearty and full of vitamins.
And yep, even if you’re on a low-sodium diet, you can still dive into a big bowl.
Black bean soup only becomes an issue when you use heavily salted canned beans. Just stick to dried beans and you’re golden.
It does take a bit longer because you have to soak the beans in water overnight. But with a little planning, it’s not a problem at all.
10. Low-Sodium Chicken Noodle Soup
When it comes to low-sodium meals, the salty and savory dishes can be a bit of a challenge. Thank goodness for recipes like this that make it so easy.
Delicious chicken noodle soup that’s low in sodium? It might not sound possible, but it is, as long as you aren’t using soup from a can.
The secret is to make everything from scratch. Just a heads up, though: if you’re new to the low-sodium game, you might find this recipe a little bland at first.
But once your brain gets used to it, you won’t be able to get enough.