Healthy Recipes Health Conditions High-Blood Pressure Recipes 17 Low-Sodium Lunches to Improve Blood Pressure By Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Wimberly is EatingWell's Editorial Fellow. As a food and mental health blogger, Camryn explores how food and cooking can help improve mental health and also be an avenue to connect with one's culture and heritage. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on June 22, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia Maria Laura is EatingWell's senior nutrition & news editor. As part of the nutrition team, she edits and assigns nutrition-related content and provides nutrition reviews for articles. Maria Laura is a trained dietitian, almond butter lover and food enthusiast with over seven years of experience in nutrition counseling. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Close Photo: Robby Lozano Don’t think twice about adding these delicious low-sodium lunches to your weekly menu. With ingredients that are naturally low in sodium, like lean proteins, healthy fats and fiber-packed veggies, they all meet our nutrition parameters for heart health. To support better blood pressure, each recipe provides at least 15% of daily potassium needs (705 milligrams), which can also improve mental clarity, muscle health and energy levels. Recipes like our Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Tomatoes, Beans & Almond Pesto or Chickpea & Quinoa Grain Bowl will keep you full and energized throughout your day. 01 of 17 Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Tomatoes, Beans & Almond Pesto Looking at a tangle of spaghetti squash tricks your brain into thinking you're about to eat a serving of eggy noodles, when in fact, you get a nice veggie-packed alternative. Giving tomatoes a stint in a hot oven brings out their natural sweetness. View Recipe 02 of 17 No-Cook Black Bean Salad The dressing for this hearty vegan salad gets its creaminess from blended avocado. Any mix of salad greens will work well, but try arugula if you want to add a peppery kick. View Recipe 03 of 17 Chickpea & Quinoa Grain Bowl Robby Lozano Keep things classic and simple with hummus, quinoa, avocado and loads of veggies in this yummy grain bowl. View Recipe 04 of 17 Salmon with Roasted Vegetables & Quinoa This recipe has everything you want in a complete meal: omega-3-rich salmon, protein-packed quinoa and lots of vegetables, all drizzled with a maple-lemon dressing. View Recipe 05 of 17 Southwestern Salad with Black Beans Here we top salad greens with black beans, sweet corn and grape tomatoes and bring it all together with a tangy avocado-lime dressing for some classic Southwest flavor. View Recipe 06 of 17 Stuffed Sweet Potato with Hummus Dressing Hearty yet simple to prepare, this stuffed sweet potato with black beans, kale and hummus dressing is a fantastic 5-ingredient lunch for one! View Recipe 07 of 17 Salmon Couscous Salad This easy salad is designed to be made with precooked or leftover salmon, and it's packed with wholesome ingredients like mushrooms, eggplant and spinach. View Recipe 08 of 17 Rainbow Grain Bowl with Cashew Sauce This vibrant bowl is packed with nutrients to keep you full for hours. Look for precooked lentils in the refrigerated section of the produce department. View Recipe 09 of 17 Avocado & Shrimp Chopped Salad The smoky flavors of grilled shrimp and corn in this chopped salad are a tasty match for the creamy cilantro dressing. View Recipe 10 of 17 Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl This flavorful burrito bowl features grilled chicken coated in a spicy chipotle glaze and is loaded with vegetables and hearty quinoa. View Recipe 11 of 17 Ancho Chicken Breast with Black Beans, Peppers & Scallions Here we rub chicken with ancho chile powder, a spice made from dried poblano peppers. It adds mild heat and subtle smokiness, but you can use regular chili powder here instead. View Recipe 12 of 17 Grilled Marinated Flank Steak Salad Grilled flank steak is served over salad greens with sweet corn, peppers and tomatoes, and topped with a fresh cilantro dressing. View Recipe 13 of 17 Zucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bolognese Forgo regular pasta for spiralized zucchini "noodles" in these make-ahead meals. The zoodles quickly turn tender-crisp as the veggie-packed Bolognese warms in the microwave. View Recipe 14 of 17 Ham and Broccoli Topped Baked Potato Jazz up your lunchtime with a savory ham and broccoli topping for a new spin on the classic loaded potato. View Recipe 15 of 17 Superfood Chopped Salad with Salmon & Creamy Garlic Dressing Curly kale forms the base of this salad, but you could use chard or spinach. Add a multitude of chopped veggies, such as broccoli, cabbage and carrots, and finish with protein-rich salmon and a drizzle of creamy yogurt dressing to bring it all together. View Recipe 16 of 17 Four-Bean & Pumpkin Chili This vegetarian chili has a fragrant touch of cinnamon for added flavor and gets a boost of protein from four types of beans. View Recipe 17 of 17 Chicken & Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce We love the crunch from sliced cucumber and jicama in these savory lettuce wraps with simple peanut sauce. View Recipe Medically reviewed by Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia Maria Laura is EatingWell's senior nutrition & news editor. As part of the nutrition team, she edits and assigns nutrition-related content and provides nutrition reviews for articles. 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