From-scratch Greek Seasoning Blend at Home

Making your own seasoning blends (like this from-scratch Greek seasoning blend😏) is a great way to use up those spices and dried herbs. You know the ones that you’ve probably purchase for 1 recipe and will eventually have to toss out because you only needed a teaspoon and now you basically still have a full jar left over.

It happens to all of us and it doesn’t have to be this way. Making your own spices only takes a few minutes and saves you a ton of time and in the long run, money too.

Taco seasoning was my first go at DIY seasonings and it has since morphed into an obsession. As of late, I have quite the line up of from-scratch mixes for both baking and in savoring cooking. Rarely do I have to throw out full jars of spices because of it. Someone at the table encourages me to start my own spice mix company, (name it looloo’s spices – don’t ask) because I make them so often.

However, I can’t help but feel that kind of defeats the purpose of using the spices we already have, right?

To cook this From-scratch Greek Seasoning Blend Gather:

• oregano (dried)
• basil (dried)
• thyme (dried)
• dill (dried)
• parsley
• rosemary
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• onion flakes
• lemon pepper
• paprika

If you keep a hot mess organized spice drawer or cabinet, you probably already have these in you kitchen.

There’s no right or wrong brand. I will first say, buy what you can afford. However, not all spices are created equal as you tend to get what you pay for. Currently I use Morton & Bassett (not sponsored) because I find their spices to be top notch in texture, color and flavor. A regular here and respect what their company stands for not only with charitable work but also quality control. With that said some other welcome brands I’ve used over the years are Simple Organic, Frontier Co-op and Penzys.

In a clean jar with a tight fitting lid, measure and add in 2 tablespoons dried oregano, 1 tablespoon dried basil, 1 tablespoon dried dill, 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme, 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder, 1/2 tablespoon onion powder, 4 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning and then 2 teaspoons paprika.

Next, stir to combine and then you’re all set to go! However, before using, you’ll want to stir as the dry spices will sink to the bottom of the jar.

For more recipes check out my ever growing list of 20+ kitchen-made spice and seasoning blends!

Enjoy! And if you give this Kitchen-made Greek Seasoning Blend recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!