Low Sodium Enchilada Sauce To Manage Blood Pressure

Low sodium enchilada sauce in a white bowl atop a wooden cutting board. Pictured with tortilla chips and fresh cilantro.

Low Sodium Enchilada Sauce To Manage Blood Pressure

This low sodium enchilada sauce is the perfect heart healthy alternative for your next Mexican night. Easy to prepare, and perfect for those busy weeknights when you want a hearty meal without the fuss.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Course dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings (2 1/2 cups)

Calories 79 kcal

Equipment

1 medium nonstick pan

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
4 tbsp low sodium tomato paste
2 cups low sodium vegetable broth

Instructions

In a medium nonstick pan over medium heat, add oil and swirl around. Then add spices and whisk together. It will form a mixture with a roux-like consistency (thick and clumpy). Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add tomato paste and whisk together. Then slowly pour in broth, whisking until the tomato paste mixture dissolves into a liquid. Increase heat to medium-high until bubbles begin to form.
Remove enchilada sauce from heat and enjoy this sauce on enchiladas, or any recipe that calls for a low-sodium enchilada sauce. If not using it right away, let the sauce cool to room temperature and store in a covered glass container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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Nutrition

Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 155mgPotassium: 207mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1147IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg

Keyword enchilada sauce, heart healthy, low sodium

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