Low Sodium Spicy Pork Tacos

Satisfy your craving for bold flavors with these Low Sodium Spicy Pork Tacos, a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly seasoned with a zesty blend of salt-free chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic, and cumin, the juicy ground pork is cooked to perfection alongside fresh onion and jalapeño for an extra kick of spice. A dollop of no-salt-added tomato paste creates a rich, savory base while keeping the sodium in check. Piled high on warm corn tortillas and topped with crisp shredded lettuce, ripe avocado, and juicy diced tomatoes, these tacos burst with fresh, vibrant flavors. Garnished with fragrant cilantro and served with lime wedges, they’re a deliciously wholesome option for taco night in just 35 minutes. Healthy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying, these low sodium tacos will quickly become your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground pork
• 1 tbsp Salt-free chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Paprika (preferably smoked)
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 Jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste (no added salt)
• 0.25 cup Water
• 8 Corn tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 0.5 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1 Diced avocado
• 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves
• 2 Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and jalapeño. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the salt-free chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the cooked pork and stir well to evenly coat the meat.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and water to the skillet. Stir everything together until the tomato paste is fully incorporated and the mixture is saucy. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes.

Step 7

While the pork mixture is simmering, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by dividing the seasoned pork mixture evenly among the tortillas.

Step 9

Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and avocado. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 10

Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos before eating. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2774.7

Total Fat 144.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 408.2mg	0%
Sodium 584.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 151.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 579.9mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2694.2mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 32.3%