Greek Seasoning
Greek Seasoning is an easy homemade spice blend that brings bright Mediterranean flavor to chicken, vegetables, potatoes, seafood, salads, and more. Made with pantry staples like oregano, garlic, onion, and lemon zest, it’s a simple way to add authentic Greek-inspired flavor to your favorite recipes.
I always keep a jar of this seasoning mix on the shelf in my spice cabinet. It’s cheaper than store-bought blends, takes just minutes to make, and works on everything from grilled chicken to roasted vegetables.
Be sure to try my Ranch Dip Mix and this Tuscan Seasoning for two other easy recipes that offer tons of great flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made with simple pantry spices
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Great for chicken, pork, seafood, and vegetables
- No fillers or preservatives
- Easy to customize
- Stores well for months
- Perfect for meal prep
Ingredients
- Dried oregano – A must for any Greek seasoning recipe. If you have Greek oregano, you can use that. It has a bolder flavor than regular oregano.
- Garlic powder and onion powder – Add hints of onion and garlic flavor.
- Dried parsley – Needed to balance flavors.
- Lemon zest – One of those secret ingredients that really pop.
- Salt – You can use sea salt or even flavored salt to change up the taste.
- Black pepper – Rounds out the other flavors.
- Dried basil – A dried herb that really stands out.
- Dried mint – Offers a super subtle hint of mint.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Greek Seasoning
Step One: Add all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Stir. Store in a mason jar or an airtight container out of direct sunlight.
Step Two: Add to your favorite veggies, meats, and salads.
Top Tip💡
You can use fresh or dried zest. When using fresh lemon zest, the spice blend should be stored in the refrigerator and used within 2 weeks. Dried lemon zest can keep for months in the pantry. You can dry lemon zest easily by spreading it out on parchment paper and letting it sit out overnight.
Variations
- Spicy Greek Seasoning – Add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Salt-Free Greek Seasoning – Omit the salt and season foods separately.
- Extra Lemon Greek Seasoning – Increase the lemon zest for a brighter flavor.
- Herb-Heavy Blend – Add extra oregano, parsley, thyme, dill, marjoram, and/or basil.
- Gyro Blend – Add a teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg.
Be sure to try this Greek Zucchini recipe and use this homemade seasoning as the topping!
Equipment
All you need to make this Greek seasoning mix is a small bowl and a spoon or whisk for storing. You will also need an airtight container for storage.
Storage
Once you have everything measured and mixed, store it in a sealed container or bag, and keep it in your spice pantry. This doesn’t need to be refrigerated to stay fresh. The key is to keep it in a dark area, away from heat and light.
Common Questions
Homemade Greek seasoning stays freshest for about 6 months when stored in an airtight container away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. If the herbs lose their aroma or the mixture begins to clump, it’s time to make a fresh batch.
Greek seasoning is delicious on chicken, pork, lamb, seafood, roasted vegetables, potatoes, salads, and homemade Greek dressing. It’s also excellent sprinkled on zucchini, cauliflower, and grilled vegetables.
Yup! Combine 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon water, and 2 tablespoons Greek seasoning. Use it to marinate chicken, pork, shrimp, or vegetables for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator for even more flavor.
Absolutely. This recipe doubles or triples easily and makes a great homemade gift.
When stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, it stays freshest for about 6 months, although it’s still safe to use longer.
Dried herbs are recommended for storage. If using fresh herbs, keep the seasoning refrigerated and use it within a few days.
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Greek Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1.5 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 tsp dried basil
- 3/4 tsp dried mint
Instructions
- Combine the seasonings.
- Store in an airtight jar.
Notes
Nutrition
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