Low Sodium Cachorro Quente
Discover a healthier twist on a Brazilian street food classic with this *Low Sodium Cachorro Quente*! Featuring tender, juicy low-sodium chicken sausages tucked into toasted whole wheat hot dog buns, this heart-friendly recipe packs all the flavor without the extra salt. A rich, homemade sauce made with no-salt-added tomato sauce, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic spices like cumin and garlic adds a vibrant, savory kick. Topped with crisp lettuce, a sprinkle of low-fat mozzarella cheese, and fresh parsley, this guilt-free delight is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this low-sodium alternative proves that you don’t have to compromise on taste for a healthier lifestyle. Indulge in this wholesome variation of *Cachorro Quente* today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 Low-sodium chicken sausages
- 6 Whole wheat hot dog buns
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup No-salt-added tomato sauce
- 2 medium Fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 6 Lettuce leaves, washed and dried
- 0.5 cup Grated low-fat mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the chopped red bell pepper and continue to cook for another 3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic, and after 1 minute, pour in the no-salt-added tomato sauce and the chopped fresh tomatoes.
Season the mixture with black pepper and ground cumin. Simmer the sauce for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
While the sauce is simmering, heat another pan over medium heat and grill the low-sodium chicken sausages according to the package instructions until they are cooked through.
Toast the whole wheat hot dog buns lightly either in a toaster or on a skillet with a little olive oil if desired.
To assemble, place a lettuce leaf inside each bun. Add a grilled chicken sausage, spoon the prepared sauce generously over the sausage, and top with a sprinkle of grated low-fat mozzarella cheese.
Finish with a garnish of fresh chopped parsley on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium Cachorro Quente!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 2847 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.3 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 153.0 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1001 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 4147 mg | 88% | |
*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.
