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Taco seasoning mix

June 1, 2024

Recipe

To make this flavoring even lower in sodium, leave out the salt.

Serves 28

To make this seasoning mix even lower in sodium, omit the salt.

Mix ingredients together. Divide equally among 4 airtight containers.

To use the taco seasoning mix, in a nonstick skillet, cook 1 pound of lean hamburger or diced chicken breast. Drain excess fat.

Add 3/4 cup water to the skillet. Bring to a boil.

Add seasoning mix by teaspoons until desired taste is reached.

Lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until liquid is reduced.

3 tablespoons chili powder
5 teaspoons paprika
4 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons corn starch

DASH Eating Plan Servings

Dairy foods (low-fat or fat-free) Fats and oils Fruits Grains and grain products Meats, poultry and fish Nuts, seeds and dry beans Sweets Vegetables

Diabetes Meal Plan Choices

Fats Dairy foods (low-fat or fat-free) Fruits Meat and meat substitutes Milk and milk products Nonstarchy vegetables Starches Sweets, desserts and other carbohydrates

Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid Servings

Carbohydrates Fats Fruits Protein and dairy Sweets Vegetables

Nutritional analysis per serving

Calcium 8 Calories 1.5 g Total carbohydrate 0 mg Cholesterol 0 g Dietary fiber Trace Monounsaturated fat Potassium 0.5 g Protein Trace Saturated fat 1 teaspoon Serving size 66 mg Sodium 0.5 g Total fat