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Homemade Taco Seasoning (Low Sodium)

This low sodium Taco Seasoning is easy to make at home, allowing you control over the sodium and resulting flavor that you can’t get with pre-made packets.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 6 tablespoons
Calories: 23 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground oregano (or 1 ¾ teaspoon flakes)
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

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  1. Use measuring spoons to measure out exact spice amounts. 
  2. Add each spice to a lidded container and shake to combine them. 

Notes

  • This recipe makes ~6 tablespoons of seasoning. Feel free to double or triple the recipe. As a general rule, 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning will season 1 pound of protein; so this recipe can season 2-3 pounds of protein.
  • This recipe makes ~6 tablespoons of seasoning. Feel free to double or triple the recipe. As a general rule, 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning will season 1 pound of protein; so this recipe can season 2-3 pounds of protein.
  • If you want to add salt, go for it! Or you can always sprinkle salt onto the finished dish made with this homemade taco seasoning. As always, season to taste and start with a smaller amount of salt, ½ teaspoon, then add more if necessary. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 23kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g Sodium 48mg (2%) Potassium 120mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 0.4g (1%) Vitamin A 1207IU (24%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6tablespoons

Amount Per Serving

Calories 23

% Daily Value*

Calories 23kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Sodium 48mg 2%
Potassium 120mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 0.4g 1%
Vitamin A 1207IU 24%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.