Low Sodium Cheesy Hot Dogs
Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this healthier take on a classic favorite: Low Sodium Cheesy Hot Dogs. Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this recipe combines savory grilled low-sodium hot dogs with melty cheddar cheese nestled inside lightly toasted whole wheat buns brushed with a flavorful unsalted butter mix infused with garlic powder and paprika. Topped with fresh chopped chives, these hot dogs bring gourmet flair to your backyard barbecue or quick weekday dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is simple to prepare, yet loaded with vibrant flavor and wholesome goodness. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself to a cozy meal, these cheesy hot dogs are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces low sodium hot dogs
- 4 pieces whole wheat hot dog buns
- 1 cup low sodium cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, combine the unsalted butter, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well until smooth.
Split the whole wheat hot dog buns partially lengthwise, making sure not to separate them completely.
Brush the insides of each bun with the butter mixture using a pastry brush.
Place the low sodium hot dogs on the preheated grill. Grill them for about 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are heated through and have grill marks.
While the hot dogs are grilling, warm the buns by placing them on the grill with the inside facing down for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly toasted.
Remove the buns and hot dogs from the grill.
Sprinkle a quarter of the low sodium cheddar cheese into each bun.
Place a grilled hot dog into each bun, on top of the cheese.
Top each hot dog with remaining cheese and sprinkle with chopped chives.
Return the assembled hot dogs to the grill for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, closing the lid to allow the cheese to melt.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your flavorful low sodium cheesy hot dogs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 398 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 221 mg | 5% | |
*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.
