Salad dressings from the store can be pretty high in sodium and saturated fat. Making an olive oil based dressing like the one in this recipe is a healthier option, especially for your heart.
All the spices and vegetables in this recipe are naturally sodium free and add excellent flavor. Using soy milk and chickpeas as the protein sources also lowers the amount of saturated fat it contains.
This recipe contains less than 600 milligrams of sodium per serving thanks to the healthy ingredients. It is also low in saturated fat thanks to the ground turkey, a lean meat.
Using herbs to season this recipe dramatically lowers how much sodium it would otherwise contain. And because it’s using chickpeas and olive oil for protein, it’s also pretty low in saturated fat.
Typical cheese sauce recipes tend to be high in sodium and saturated fat. This alternative recipe has much less saturated fat and sodium, and is just as delicious.
Chickpeas are a tasty source of protein. They’re naturally high in fiber and potassium, which help to keep total cholesterol levels lower. The 100% whole wheat bread also packs a fiber punch, so pairing them together makes for a perfect heart healthy lunch.
