5-Day Low Sodium Diet Menu: Easy Recipes for Healthy Meal Planning

By Jessica Kielman
Published 6/25/2026
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5-Day Low Sodium Diet Menu: Easy Recipes for Healthy Meal Planning
Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

With this low sodium diet menu from Health eCooks, planning tasty meals that support your heart health has never been so simple! Our low sodium meal plan gives you five days of perfectly paired main courses and side dishes that are dietitian-approved for supporting blood pressure management and a cardiac diet. It’s a great way to cook up your favorite classic comfort foods, or to try something new!

Our meal plan takes the guesswork out of healthy eating by pairing five delicious entrees with coordinating side dishes. From crispy buttermilk fried chicken to juicy steak and shrimp kebabs, each dish is re-imagined with fresh herbs, savory marinades, and clever swaps, to drastically cut down on salt without losing an ounce of flavor. We cook and taste-test every recipe in our own test kitchen to make sure it’s easy to prepare and delicious, too!

Whether you are prepping for a busy week ahead or hosting a backyard summer BBQ for friends and family, this flexible low sodium diet menu is built to fit your lifestyle. You can follow the plan as given, or mix and match the entrees and sides to suit your personal tastes, schedule, and nutritional needs. Either way, you’ll see  just how delicious low-salt cooking can be.

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Low Sodium Diet Menu: Day 1

  • Air Fryer Turkey Burger Sliders (Heart Healthy)
    Photo Credit: Jessica Kielman, Baldwin Publishing
    20 mins

    Our mini turkey burgers are low sodium, full of flavor and the perfect addition to any cookout! These juicy and delicious sliders will quickly become a family favorite.

  • Healthy Potato Salad with Eggs
    Photo Credit: Adam Fisher, Baldwin Publishing
    90 mins

    This creamy potato salad is made with a mix of Greek yogurt and fresh herbs to give it so much flavor while keeping it low on salt. It's such a great side dish to take to a BBQ or potluck. 

Low Sodium Diet Menu: Day 2

  • Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe
    Photo Credit: Jessica Kielman, Baldwin Publishing
    30 mins

    Fried chicken, but without all of the salt? Yes, please! Our buttermilk fried chicken comes out crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It will definitely be a hit with your guests.

  • Heart Healthy Rotini Pasta Salad
    Photo Credit: Adam Fisher, Baldwin Publishing
    30 mins

    This veggie packed rotini pasta salad pairs well with any protein and can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Meal prep it ahead of time and enjoy all week long or serve it up to a crowd.

Low Sodium Diet Menu: Day 3

  • Grilled Boneless Pork Loin Chops
    Photo Credit: Jessica Kielman, Baldwin Publishing
    90 mins

    Our tender pork chops are marinated in a delicious low sodium marinade that keeps them moist and tasty. Boneless pork chops are also super budget friendly!

  • Healthy Macaroni Salad
    Photo Credit: Jessica Kielman, Baldwin Publishing
    25 mins

    This creamy, dreamy macaroni salad is so easy to make and such a crowd pleaser. We make it with Greek yogurt instead of mayo and you won't believe how yummy it is.

Low Sodium Diet Menu: Day 4

  • Heart Healthy Shrimp and Steak Skewers
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    30 mins

    Serve up a little surf and turf at your next BBQ with these simple steak and shrimp kebabs! They cook in no time and are packed with flavor. 

  • Heart Healthy Corn Salad with Basil
    Photo Credit: Adam Fisher, Baldwin Publishing
    15 mins

    This light and fresh corn and basil salad is low on salt and has such a delicious dressing that will knock your socks off. It's the perfect summer side!

     

Low Sodium Diet Menu: Day 5

  • Heart Healthy Hot Honey Grilled Chicken Legs
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    50 mins

    Our tasty chicken legs are inexpensive and will feed a crowd. Grill or bake these flavorful chicken legs at your next BBQ and make everyone happy!

  • Low Sodium Coleslaw with Greek Yogurt
    Photo Credit: Adam Fisher, Baldwin Publishing
    15 mins

    Ditch the store bought slaw and make our low sodium creamy coleslaw! It pairs well with grilled meats, pulled pork BBQ and more.

Find More Low Sodium Recipe Inspo

Craving more low-sodium meal ideas? Take a look at all our healthy low-salt recipes. We’ve got plenty of crowd-pleasing appetizers, hearty main courses, and sweet desserts to support your cardiac diet.

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