48 Low-Sodium Side Dishes

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48 Low-Sodium Side Dishes2/48 Potato Rolls 31 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved ANA STANCIU FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 40 min Servings 45 rolls Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After I discovered this recipe, it became a mainstay for me. I make the dough ahead of time when company is coming, and I try to keep some in the refrigerator to bake for our ranch hands. Leftover mashed potatoes are almost sure to go into these rolls. —Jeanette McKinney, Belleview, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 106 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium,

17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein

17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 3/48 Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream 115 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s been a tradition at our house to serve this dish with the other Hungarian specialties my mom learned to make from the women at church. It’s especially good during the summer when the cucumbers are fresh-picked from the garden. —Pamela Eaton, Monclova, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 62 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g

fiber), 2g protein

fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 4/48 German Red Cabbage 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved German Red Cabbage Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sunday afternoons were a time for family gatherings when I was a kid. While the uncles played cards, the aunts made treats such as this traditional German red cabbage recipe. —Jeannette Heim, Dunlap, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 64 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 23mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 5/48 Almond Strawberry Salad 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s easy to love this pretty salad topped with strawberries and sliced almonds. With just a few ingredients, it’s loaded with flavor. —Renae Rossow, Union, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 75 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 98mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 6/48 Tasty Marinated Tomatoes 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time

10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My niece introduced me to this colorful low-sodium recipe some time ago. I make it when I have buffets or large gatherings because it can be prepared hours ahead. This is a wonderful way to use a bumper crop of tomatoes. —Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia Nutrition Facts: about 2 pieces: 93 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 7/48 Mushroom Marsala with Barley 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable

of Home Total Time 4 hours 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This vegetarian recipe is a tasty mashup of chicken Marsala and mushroom barley soup. It’s terrific as a main dish, but it can also be served, with or without the barley, as a side. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup mushrooms with about 1/3 cup barley: 235 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 8/48 Mandarin Broccoli Salad 6 Reviews

It tastes even better when you chill it overnight, if you can wait that long

Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sweet, crunchy and colorful, this salad has a fresh mix of textures and flavors. It tastes even better when you chill it overnight, if you can wait that long. —Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 229 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 9/48 Melon-Berry Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Melon-Berry Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go

Serve this one for breakfast, brunch or dessert

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The best way to cool down on a warm day is with a chilled fruit salad. Serve this one for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Yogurt and coconut milk make the creamy dressing even more decadent. Wait until just before serving to garnish the salad. Otherwise the toasted coconut will get soggy. —Carrie Hirsch, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 105 calories, 3g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 fat. 10/48 Corn with Cilantro-Lime Butter 22 Reviews

Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to use fresh cilantro from my garden in this lime butter I created especially for grilled corn. —Andrea Reynolds, Westlake, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 ear of corn with 2 teaspoons butter (calculated without cheese): 145 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 67mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. 11/48 Honey-Oat Pan Rolls 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

These tender rolls are relatively quick to make

These tender rolls are relatively quick to make. Whole wheat flour and oats make them nutritious, too.—Arlene Butler, Ogden, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 103 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 12/48 Cranberry-Walnut Brussels Sprouts 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Brussels sprouts are one food that picky eaters often resist, but a burst of cranberry flavor may change their minds. You

can also add garlic and dried fruits

can also add garlic and dried fruits. —Jennifer Armellino, Lake Oswego, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 281 calories, 20g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. 13/48 Garlic Parmesan Asparagus 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pair any entree with this fresh side dish for a truly succulent meal. With subtle garlic, melted butter and a hint of Parmesan cheese, what’s not to love? —Tara Ernspiker, Falling Waters, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 71

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable

calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 14/48 Michigan Salad 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Michigan Cherry Salad Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe reminds me what I love about my home state: picking apples with my children, buying greens at the farmers market and tasting cherries on vacations. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 172 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat),

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 fat, 1 starch

3mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 fat, 1 starch. 15/48 Wild Rice and Squash Pilaf 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Wild Rice and Squash Pilaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This pilaf is fantastic with fish or poultry and especially compatible with turkey. Since it’s so colorful, I like to think it makes my turkey dressed for the holidays. —Erica Ollmann, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 118 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

fat), 0 cholesterol, 114mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 16/48 Edamame Corn Carrot Salad 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Edamame Corn Carrot Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this easy salad while brainstorming light, protein-filled recipes. My vegetarian and vegan friends are especially big fans. —Maiah Miller, Monterey, California Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 111 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat

protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 17/48 Garlic Asiago Cauliflower Rice 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Garlic Asiago Cauliflower Rice Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The garlic seasoning and Asiago really pack a punch, making this five-ingredient low-carb side dish a real weeknight winner. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 112 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 103mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 18/48 Fresh Artichokes with Lemon-Yogurt Dip Test

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