9 Low-Sodium Recipes with
Avocado

Are you looking for low-sodium recipes to decrease your salt intake? You’re in the right place! According to the American Medical Association, most Americans consume too much salt, even if they think they don’t. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends adults consume less than 2,300mg of sodium per day to reduce cardiovascular and hypertension risks, but most American adults consume 3,393mg per day.

 

The majority of the average person’s sodium intake comes not from what they sprinkle onto food using the salt shaker but from sodium added during food processing. Ergo, cooking at home with fruits and veggies more often can allow better insight and control over the salt content of meals. But don’t you worry: Less salt does not have to mean bland and boring food. These tasty low-sodium recipes with avocado hit the spot every time, and we guarantee there’ll be no need to say, “Please pass the salt!”

 

 

Low-Sodium Recipes with Avocado

Ancient Mesoamerican tribes who first ate avocados approximately 5,000 years ago knew they made our hearts happy. Now, we have nutrition science to back it up! In addition to being delicious, avocados enrich meals with naturally good fats and nearly 20 vitamins and minerals without contributing sodium. You don’t need a culinary degree to cook tasty low-sodium recipes with avocado. Here are a few easy meals that will do your body, and your taste buds, some good.

 

Salad

You can’t go wrong with avocados and lean proteins, such as grilled shrimp or chicken. Keep it simple and serve them on a bed of leafy greens, or try a mix of tomatoes, peppers, fennel, romaine, and red cabbage. Complete your salad with a serving of Spicy Ranch Avocado Dressing. The creamy avocado and flavorful herbs in this dressing will complement the crunchy veggies.

 

Avocado Tofu ‘Toast’

There are endless ways to make avocado toast, including swapping out the toast for tofu, an incredibly versatile low-sodium food. Spice blocks of firm tofu as desired, then bake them in the oven until crispy (25-30 minutes at 400° F). Smear mashed avocado on top and spritz with lime juice for a bit of zing.

 

 

Taco Stuffed Peppers

Taco ’bout a good low-sodium meal! Preheat oven to 375° F. Core and bake sweet yellow peppers lightly coated in olive oil in the oven until soft but not overdone (about 15 minutes). As they bake, cook some ground turkey, and add a third of a reduced-sodium taco seasoning packet. (Trust us: It’s enough.) Once the meat is cooked, stuff the sweet yellow peppers and top them with grated cheese. Pop the peppers into the oven for a few more minutes to melt the cheese. Once finished, top with diced avocados for an extra dose of good fats and flavor.

 

Low-Sodium Recipes for Dressings and Salsas

Avocados provide the perfect base for creamy salad dressings. Like it zingy? Try this Avo Green Chile Crema with green chiles, lemon and lime juice, and fresh cilantro. Prefer something a little simpler? This Guacamole Dressing is the perfect addition to any salad or grain bowl. You can’t go wrong with a dollop of Three Bean Guac, an easy, low-sodium way to add extra flavor and veggies to meals.

 

Low-Sodium Dessert Recipes with Avocado

Do you know what really wins the hearts of your loved ones? Low-sodium desserts such as this luxuriously creamy Berry Avocado Chocolate Mousse made with five simple ingredients. Avocados work well in desserts thanks to their mild taste and creamy texture, so bring a batch of Dark Chocolate Avocado Brownies or low-sodium Crustless Avocado Cheesecake to your next get-together for a treat that tastes as good as it is for you.

 

Good Low-Sodium Recipes Are Everywhere

These are just a few ideas to get your wheels turning. There are literally hundreds of recipes with avocado in our recipe archive, from smoothies and sides to main dishes and desserts. Whatever resources you use to meal plan, prioritize recipes with fewer processed foods and more fresh fruits and veggies. Remember that you can always adjust the salt quantities to meet your goals. Cheers to tasty and healthy eating!