Low Sodium Chili Cheese Hot Dog

Savor the ultimate comfort food with a heart-healthy twist in this Low Sodium Chili Cheese Hot Dog recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of chili powder, cumin, and oregano, the homemade low-sodium chili is made with lean ground beef, fresh garlic, and onion, creating a rich and flavorful topping. Nestled in wholesome whole wheat buns, low-sodium hot dogs are loaded with this hearty chili, then crowned with shredded low-sodium cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor. Ready in under an hour, this guilt-free take on a classic chili cheese dog offers irresistible taste while keeping sodium levels in check. Ideal for cookouts, game nights, or a satisfying weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces low sodium hot dogs
• 4 pieces whole wheat hot dog buns
• 0.5 pound lean ground beef
• 0.5 cup onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low sodium tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons low sodium tomato paste
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded low-sodium cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and saute until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the low sodium tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir to incorporate all the spices into the chili mixture.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to your liking.

Step 6

While the chili is simmering, grill or steam the low sodium hot dogs according to package instructions.

Step 7

Warm the whole wheat hot dog buns in the oven at a low temperature or in a toaster for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Place a cooked hot dog in each bun.

Step 9

Spoon the prepared chili over the top of each hot dog.

Step 10

Sprinkle shredded low-sodium cheddar cheese over the chili on each hot dog.

Step 11

Garnish each hot dog with sliced green onions.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium chili cheese hot dogs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1129.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1734.4

Total Fat 84.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 300.5mg	0%
Sodium 2078.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.4g
Protein 107.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 809.3mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 1986.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 32.3%