You can make this easy Homemade Greek Seasoning recipe with pantry seasonings! A Mediterranean seasoning that is delicious on chicken, beef, pork, vegetables, and more. Fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes.
There’s something truly magical and delicious about a well-balanced spice blend, and this homemade Greek Seasoning is filled with bold Mediterranean flavors
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Mediterranean seasoning blend
With just a handful of dried herbs and pantry staples, you can create a seasoning mix in your kitchen that instantly elevates everyday meals.
Whether you're grilling chicken, roasting vegetables, making a marinade or a salad dressing for a fresh salad, this easy homemade spice mix adds a savory, herbaceous touch with a mediterranean flair that’s both vibrant and flavorful.
I love making my own seasoning blends because I can control the flavor, the freshness and even the salt level.
You can make this recipe as is or use it as a great starting point because everyone has their own taste preferences.
So, give the mixture a try and then adjust the amounts of each ingredient until you find the perfect mixture for your own taste buds.
Some people prefer less oregano and more basil, some like to leave out the pepper. It’s up to you and your preferences.
And it’s so convenient to have a jar of this Greek herb blend recipe on hand whenever you crave a mediterranean flavor.
Add 2 Tablespoons Greek seasoning to 1/3 cup olive oil, 2 Tablespoons lemon juice and 2 cloves of minced garlic and use as a marinade for chicken, beef and fish. Yum!
This versatile Greek seasoning is earthy, aromatic, and flavorful. Make it zesty and add dried lemon peel!
It’s also free from additives or preservatives, saves you money and let’s you customize the ingredient amounts based on your personal preferences.
When it comes to Mediterranean spice blends, this one is my personal favorite with its authentic greek flavor.
Trust me, once you try this easy homemade spice blend, you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again!
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Why You’ll Love This Greek spice blend
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
- Ready in just minutes
- No preservatives or additives
- You can customizable it to your personal taste
- You can easily make it salt-free
How to make DIY Greek Seasoning
This is a quick overview of how to make this easy Greek seasoning blend recipe. Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below.
- Step 1: Combine all spices and seasonings in a small mixing bowl
- Step 2: Stir or whisk until blended and well combined then transfer to a mason jar or an airtight container.
Hint: Always give the spice mix a quick shake before using to redietribute the seasonings that may have settled.
Expert recipe tips
- Adjust salt to your preference or omit for a salt-free version.
- Double or triple the batch for easy meal prep and gift giving.
- Keep out of direct sunlight to preserve freshness.
- Label your jar with the date for freshness tracking.
- Use fresh, high-quality dried herbs for the best flavor.
- When adding to a recipe, crush the herbs slightly between your fingers to release more aroma.
Substitutions
- Dried Parsley - You can replace dried parsley with dried dill
- Garlic Powder - Garlic granules can be substituted for garlic powder
- Kosher Salt - Sea salt can be used instead of kosher salt. Table salt can also replace kosher salt but use half the amount.
- Pepper – For a milder taste, use white pepper instead of black pepper
Variations
- Citrus Greek Seasoning – Add dried lemon zest for a citrusy twist
- Herby Greek Seasoning - Try adding dried marjoram, dried rosemary or dried thyme for deeper herbaceous spice blend
- Salt Free Greek Seasoning – Simply omit the kosher salt for a salt free seasoning blend.
- Spicy Greek Seasoning - Include a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for heat
How to Use Greek Seasoning
- Add into ground beef or ground meat to flavor burgers and meatloaf
- Add to marinades
- Sprinkle some seasoning over chicken, beef, pork chops, lamb, or fish before cooking
- Stir into rice or quinoa before cooking
- Stir into salad dressings or make a Greek salad dressing
- Toss seasoning with vegetables and a touch of olive oil before roasting
- Use as a dry rub when grilling meat and poultry
Storage
- Store your homemade seasoning in a mason jar or in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
- The seasoning will stay fresh for up to 6 months.
- I recommend giving the jar a quick shake before each use to redistribute any herbs that may have settled.
- For the best flavor, keep it away from heat and sunlight.
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
Ingredients
Ingredients for DIY Greek seasoning
- Dried Oregano – The star of the blend, dried oregano adds that classic Mediterranean flavor. Oregano has a slightly peppery and earthy flavor which gives this seasoning its signature taste.
- Dried Basil - Dried basil adds a subtle herbal note and a mild sweetness that balances the boldness of the oregano.
- Garlic Powder - Garlic powder brings a savory depth and richness.
- Onion Powder - Onion powder adds a hint of umami and sweetness helping to round out the overall flavor.
- Dried Thyme – Thyme adds a woodsy flavor to the blend.
- Dried Parsley - Parsley adds a light, fresh flavor that brightens the blend and adds color.
- Kosher Salt - Kosher salt makes all the flavors pop and ties the seasoning together beautifully.
- Pepper - Ground black pepper adds just the right amount of gentle heat and complexity.
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Greek Seasoning Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 Tablespoons dried basil
- 2 Tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
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Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl combine all the ingredients and whisk or stir until blended.
- Transfer to a mason jar or an airtight container and store in a cool, dry cabinet for up to 6 months.
- Shake before using to redistribute the seasonings.
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