5 from 93 votes
Homemade Taco Seasoning (No Added Salt)
This Homemade Taco Seasoning (No Added Salt) blends chili powder, cumin, onion and garlic powders, oregano, cayenne, smoked paprika, and black pepper to create a balanced mix that replaces commercial packets. It offers control over salt content and spiciness, making it adaptable to various Mexican-inspired dishes such as tacos, burritos, and seasoned meats.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
1
packet
Calories:
72 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon ground chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon cumin 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for a little heat
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika for regular paprika, use ½ teaspoon
- ⅛ - ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a bowl, add all of the ingredients and whisk or stir until completely incorporated together. Or, shake them together in a jar. Store in an airtight container in a dark cupboard for up to six months.
- Use in place of a taco seasoning packet or in your favorite Mexican-inspired recipes. Add salt to the recipes, to taste.
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Notes
- This seasoning mix yields about 3½ tablespoons, roughly equivalent to one store-bought packet, suitable for multiple uses.
- Make larger batches by multiplying the recipe and store in an airtight container for up to six months for convenience.
- Adjust the cayenne amount according to your heat preference or omit for milder flavor.
- Add salt directly to dishes as desired since the blend contains no salt, offering control over sodium intake.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1packet
Calories
72kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
146mg
(6%)
Potassium
379mg
(8%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
3146IU
(63%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
128mg
(13%)
Iron
7mg
(39%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 packet
Amount Per Serving
Calories 72
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1packet | |
| Calories | 72kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 146mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 379mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 3146IU | 63% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.