Best 10 Turkey Stuffing With Very Low Sodium Recipes

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Indulge in a Thanksgiving or Christmas feast without compromising on flavor with our low-sodium turkey stuffing recipes. These recipes cater to individuals with hypertension, kidney disease, or those simply seeking a healthier option. Discover a variety of stuffing options, including classic bread-based stuffing, flavorful gluten-free stuffing, and a hearty wild rice stuffing. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a symphony of flavors while keeping sodium levels in check. Explore our collection of low-sodium turkey stuffing recipes and whip up a delectable side dish that complements your holiday turkey perfectly.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

LOW SODIUM STUFFING FOR THANKSGIVING



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Low Sodium Stuffing for Thanksgiving crunchy top, moist inside with celery, onion, garlic, herbs. Save over a thousand mg sodium per 2 1/2 cup serving

Provided by Bill

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 27

1 loaf low sodium or unsalted bread
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 lb. low sodium sausage see below
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 Tbsp garlic pre minced
1 onion medium or large diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
3 celery ribs diced
1 ½ Tbsp ground dried parsley leaves
2 Tbsp ground dried sage leaves
1 Tbsp ground thyme
2 tsp rosemary spice dried chopped
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
3-4 cups chicken broth unsalted
1 tsp poultry seasoning
1 1/2 lb ground pork
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp fennel seed ground
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes add more if you like spicy
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp ground sage
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon mace-spice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spread bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Give a light spray with olive oil cooking spray and sprinkle with herbs if desired. Place into oven and bake until crisp and golden, about 10-13 minutes; scrape into a large mixing bowl.
  • Cook sausage according to instructions below making sure to crumble the sausage as it cooks. Add to bread in the large mixing bowl.
  • Melt butter in the skillet. Add onion and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic, parsley, sage, thyme and rosemary about 1 minute. Add to bread and sausage in large mixing bowl.
  • Mix unsalted chicken broth and poultry seasoning then drizzle over stuffing while mixing until absorbed and well combined. Let stand 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Lightly oil a 10 x 14 x 2 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. You can use 2 smaller baking pans but this fits perfectly. Spread bread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Place into oven and bake until top is browned, about 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Sodium 80 mg, Protein 14.7 g, Fat 18.4 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fiber 1.6 g, Sugar 2.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW-SODIUM HERB-RUBBED TURKEY



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If you're looking for a new twist on turkey, Ruby Bergschneider's recipe may just be the one. The Jacksonville, Illinois cook prepares a well-blended, salt-free rub that goes under the turkey skin. She removes the skin before eating, resulting in a low-fat entree. This recipe proves that you don't need a lot of salt for good flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 28 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, ginger and mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 turkey-size oven roasting bag
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 small carrots, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 small potato, sliced
1 turkey (14 pounds)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix garlic, herbs and spices until blended. Sprinkle flour into oven bag; shake to coat. Place bag in a roasting pan; add vegetables and sprinkle with 5 teaspoons herb mixture., Pat turkey dry. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from turkey breast; rub half of the remaining herb mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. Rub remaining herb mixture over inside of turkey. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together., Place turkey in bag over vegetables, breast side up; close bag with nylon tie. Cut six 1/2-in. slits in top of bag; close with tie provided. Bake 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. , Remove turkey from oven bag to a serving platter; tent with foil. Let stand 20 minutes before carving. Strain contents of oven bag into a small saucepan, discarding vegetables; skim fat from cooking juices. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually whisk into cooking juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY STUFFING WITH VERY LOW SODIUM



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Great tasting stuffing with very low sodium, suitable for heart patients, but anyone can enjoy this. Good texture, too. From Donald Gazzaniga's "The No-Salt, Lowest-Sodium Cookbook." This is only a challenge to "the slowest choppers in the Western Hemisphere" who don't have a food processor handy. Anyone else can slash my preparation time. To keep the sodium very low, it is important to make your own very-low sodium bread, such as Italian Milano Sourdough Bread from the same book. In a pinch, use a low-sodium white bread, some groceries stock it.

Provided by KateL

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs italian milano sourdough bread, toasted and cubed
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups onions, chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
2 cups mushrooms, chopped
2 medium apples, medium to large apples, chopped
1 cup dry-roasted pecans, chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground sage
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon ground pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder with parsley (Lawry's California Blend)
1 cup apple juice
1/2 cup dried apricot, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Bake Italian Milano Sourdough Bread in bread machine. Slice ten 3/4- to 1-inch slices from loaf. Toast each side on an ungreased baking sheet in your oven under the broiler until just golden brown. Cool and cut into small 1/2-inch cubes. You'll get about 16 cubes from each slice of bread.
  • Melt butter in large saute pan or 6-quart pan.
  • Saute onion, celery, mushrooms, apples, and pecans together.
  • When vegetables and apples are cooked through, add bread crumbs and spices.
  • Coat with buttered mixture and add apple juice to moisten. Add optional dried apricots.
  • When ready to bake, put mixture into lightly oil-sprayed baking dish (9 x 13) and bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-30 minutes. If it's been refrigerated, heating time will take longer.
  • Serve hot.

LOW-SODIUM TURKEY STUFFING



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Check out this low-sodium turkey stuffing recipe and try serving it at your Thanksgiving feast. It is tasty and healthy too.

Provided by Byron Harrel

Categories     side dish

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups cubed bread (no salt - toasted) (about 8 slices)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups chopped mushroom
2 cups chopped apple
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon savory
1/2 tablespoon sage
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 cup apple juice

Steps:

  • Saute the cubed bread, butter, onion, celery, mushroom, apple and pecans. Add the savory, sage, thyme, pepper, garlic powder, and apple juice. Bake in a pan at 350 degrees for 20 - 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrate, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 33 milligrams sodium

SKINNY STUFFING



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69% less fat • 93% less sat fat • 36% fewer calories than the original recipe. A change from butter to a smaller amount of oil cuts 2/3 of the total fat, and using whole-grain bread adds 3g of fiber per serving. Start a new tradition.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

15 slices white whole-grain bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
2 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon dried sage leaves, crushed, or 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried or 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray; set aside.
  • On large cookie sheet, place bread slices. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, turning each slice once, until firm and very light golden brown. Remove bread slices from cookie sheet; cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, onion and carrot; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in broth, sage, salt, thyme and pepper; heat to boiling. Remove from heat. Stir in bread cubes until well mixed. Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until hot and top is light golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

"SIMPLE IS BEST" DRESSING



Leave the sausage, nuts, dried fruit behind in favor of this easy, vegetarian-friendly stuffing recipe with country bread and Thanksgiving-classic herbs.

Provided by Victoria Granof

Categories     Thanksgiving     Bon Appétit     Side     Stuffing/Dressing     Herb     Onion     Bake     Celery     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Vegetarian

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup (1½ sticks) unsalted butter plus more for baking dish
1 pound good-quality day-old white bread, torn into 1" pieces (about 10 cups)
2½ cups chopped yellow onions
1½ cups ¼" slices celery
½ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth, divided
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Butter a 13x9x2" baking dish and set aside. Scatter bread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until dried out, about 1 hour. Let cool; transfer to a very large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, melt 3/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onions and celery. Stir often until just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Add to bowl with bread; stir in herbs, salt, and pepper. Drizzle in 1 1/4 cups broth and toss gently. Let cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk 1 1/4 cups broth and eggs in a small bowl. Add to bread mixture; fold gently until thoroughly combined. Transfer to prepared dish, cover with foil, and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of dressing registers 160°F, about 40 minutes. (Note: Dressing can be made one day ahead up to this point. Uncover the dressing, let cool, then cover again and chill. The next day, proceed with the final bake as described below.)
  • Bake dressing, uncovered, until set and top is browned and crisp, 40-45 minutes longer (if chilled, add 10-15 minutes).

TURKEY AND STUFFING



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Turkey and stuffing like Grandma used to make. Sage adds a special pungent flavor to this simple recipe. Adjust the ingredients and cooking time as appropriate for different sized turkeys.

Provided by VICKI C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Whole Turkey Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package dry bread stuffing mix
5 cups water
1 large onion, chopped
4 celery, chopped
4 tablespoons dried sage
12 pounds whole turkey, neck and giblets removed

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions, and set aside in a large bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring water to boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and stir in the onion, celery and sage. Boil 10 minutes, or until the onion is soft. Stir into the prepared stuffing.
  • Rinse turkey, and pat dry. Loosely fill the body and neck cavities with the stuffing mixture.
  • Place turkey in a large roasting pan and cook 3 to 3 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, or until the internal temperature of the thigh meat is 180 degrees F (80 degrees C) and the stuffing is at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 178.9 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 63.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 460.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SIMPLE TURKEY STUFFING



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The great thing about stuffing is that it's almost impossible to mess up: A little more of this or less of that won't affect your results too much. The onething you want to have just the right amount of is liquid, to keep the stuffing moist but not soggy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 onions, coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)
5 stalks celery, coarsely chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 large bulb fennel, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups), optional
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
1 pound sweet fennel sausage, removed from casings and cut into 1-inch pieces
6 ounces jarred or vacuum-packed whole peeled chestnuts (about 1 heaping cup)
2 day-old Italian bread loaves (about 8 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 12 cups)
2 to 3 cups Brown Turkey Stock
3/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and fennel; season with salt and pepper. Add rosemary and sage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft and golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook sausage in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes.
  • Using your fingers, break chestnuts into large pieces. Stir chestnuts and sausage into the vegetables. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Add bread cubes; toss well to combine.
  • Drizzle 2 cups stock over mixture, tossing to moisten evenly. Use additional stock if necessary. (The mixture should feel quite moist when squeezed.) Season with salt and pepper. Stir in parsley.
  • Place the stuffing in a buttered 2 1/2- to 3-quart shallow baking dish or in an ovenproof gratin dish.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake stuffing until heated through and top is browned and crusty, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve hot.

EASY BEGINNER'S TURKEY WITH STUFFING



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This easy to make turkey is great for beginners, but experts will find it equally delicious. Adjust the cooking time for different sized birds.

Provided by DD123

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Whole Turkey Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 pounds whole turkey
1 (6 ounce) package dry bread stuffing mix
1 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
4 slices toasted white bread, torn into small pieces
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse turkey, remove giblets and place in a shallow roasting pan.
  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions. Mix in water.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and slowly cook and stir the celery and onion until tender.
  • Mix celery, onion, and toasted bread pieces into the stuffing, and season with salt and pepper. Loosely scoop stuffing into the turkey body cavity and neck cavity. Rub the exterior of the turkey with vegetable oil.
  • Loosely cover turkey with aluminum foil, and roast 3 1/2 to 4 hours in the preheated oven, until the thickest part of the thigh reaches 180 degrees F (85 degrees C) and the interior of the stuffing reaches 165 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove foil during the last half hour of cooking to brown the bird.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 834.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 311.4 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 95 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 592.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

EASY TURKEY STUFFING



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Want to make great turkey stuffing? Here are the basics for how to make turkey stuffing with easy variations to make it your own. Gather your helpers around to chop up onion, celery, carrots, bread and parsley. Use Progresso™ chicken broth for a flavorful way to keep it moist. All that's left is to stuff your turkey and get ready to see delighted faces at the table. Enjoy!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup)
8 cups dry bread cubes (about 11 slices bread)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, if desired
2 tablespoons poultry seasoning or dried sage leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
About 1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery and carrots; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • In large bowl, mix bread cubes, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Add broth and butter-onion mixture, stirring until desired moistness (stuffing will become a little more moist during roasting because it will absorb juices from turkey).
  • Use to stuff 1 (14- to 18-lb) turkey. After stuffing turkey, place any remaining stuffing in 1- or 2-quart casserole that has been sprayed with cooking spray; cover and refrigerate. Bake stuffing in casserole with turkey for last 35 to 40 minutes of roasting time or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use low-sodium bread: When making the stuffing, opt for low-sodium or unsalted bread. This will help reduce the overall sodium content of the dish.
  • Choose low-sodium ingredients: Be mindful of the ingredients you use in the stuffing. Select low-sodium or unsalted versions of ingredients like butter, broth, and seasonings.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Instead of relying on packaged seasonings, which often contain high levels of sodium, use fresh herbs and spices to add flavor to your stuffing. This will help you control the sodium content and create a more flavorful dish.
  • Limit the amount of salt you add: When seasoning the stuffing, start with a small amount of salt and taste test before adding more. It's easy to add salt, but difficult to remove it.
  • Roast the vegetables: Roasting vegetables before adding them to the stuffing intensifies their flavor and adds a nice texture. Plus, roasting helps reduce their moisture content, preventing the stuffing from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overstuff the turkey: To ensure even cooking and prevent the stuffing from becoming too dense, don't overstuff the turkey. Aim for about 3/4 cup of stuffing per pound of turkey.

Conclusion:

Following these tips, you can create a flavorful and delicious turkey stuffing that is also low in sodium. This is a great way to enjoy a classic Thanksgiving dish without compromising on taste or health. Remember to choose low-sodium ingredients, use fresh herbs and spices, and limit the amount of salt you add. With a little planning and effort, you can create a low-sodium turkey stuffing that everyone will love.

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