Greek Seasoning Recipe

In just 5 minutes, you can whip up an authentic and aromatic blend to season soups, salads, and more!

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Greek seasoning is one of my favorites! Overflowing with the most classic flavors in Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, this homemade mix is a staple for your spice drawer. It’s a comforting blend of salt, oregano, garlic, onion, basil, marjoram, thyme, parsley, dill, black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. These warm spices and aromatic herbs draw out the best in each other, and amplify any dish you put them in. They’re especially powerful to add to Greek Salad Dressing, which already has oregano in it.

Put this blend in salads, soups, meat marinades… the list goes on, and one jar of this seasoning goes a long way! That’s how flavorful it is. So, you can blend it all together at the start of the week and use it throughout. Make it in bigger batches and you’ve got a whole month’s worth of satisfying seasonings. In my opinion, the longer it sits like this, the more the flavors mingle in harmony and create something utterly delicious!

Think of how much time this saves when you’re cooking, too. Instead of taking time to pick out spices and herbs for each meal, the handy Greek seasoning you’ve already prepared makes it simple and straightforward.

Is Greek Seasoning Recipe Healthy?

Yes! Unlike some store-bought options, this homemade Greek seasoning has no preservatives or anti-caking agents. You know each ingredient that goes into it, down to the last ground peppercorn. All natural, baby! Even better: this seasoning can be used for almost any kind of diet, whether meat or plant-based. Just cut down the amount of salt if you’re watching your sodium intake. It’s naturally vegan, sugar-free, and gluten-free.

Using Greek Seasoning In “Non-Greek” Dishes

*Gasp*! The mothers in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” would be shocked by such an idea, but it’s true: you can use Greek seasoning in all kinds of recipes that aren’t necessarily Greek. For example, I like to sprinkle Greek seasoning on veggie burgers, or coat roasted vegetables with it. Some of the best roasted veggies for this seasoning are cauliflower, sweet potato, broccoli, and squash. Feel free to get creative with this blend; you’d be surprised by the delectable flavor combos you’ll come up with!

INGREDIENTS

2 teaspoons dried Greek oregano
2 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

INSTRUCTIONS

Mix
Combine all spices in a bowl.
Store
Keep in an airtight container.

Devour

FAQs & Tips

How To Make Ahead And Store

Store Greek seasoning in an airtight jar and keep it in a cool, dry place. Smaller jars are great because they can usually fit in your spice drawer with all your other seasonings.

What’s The Difference Between Greek Seasoning And Italian Seasoning?

While Italian seasoning is very similar to Greek seasoning, Italian seasoning is typically a blend of herbs like oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram. This makes it a refreshingly herb-forward blend. Greek seasoning has plenty of herbs too, but it’s warmer and earthier because of the cinnamon and nutmeg.

What Other Spices Are Common In Greece?

Cardamom is popular in Greece, and is used in soups, sauces, and vegetable seasonings. Coriander, which are the seeds of the cilantro plant, is also frequently used. Mahleb is an aromatic spice made from the seeds of a kind of cherry that isn’t always talked about, but is quite common in Greek cuisine. Saffron, which is both used for its bright color and flavor, is used in Greek soups and stews.

What Is Marjoram?

Marjoram is a mildly-sweet herb included in this Greek seasoning blend. It’s considered a sweeter alternative to the spicier oregano.

Serving Suggestions

Toss a tablespoon of Greek seasoning into Lamb Meatballs or sprinkle onto Lamb Chops. Likewise, it’s a great idea to mix this seasoning with oil and use it to marinate any meat, such as Pan-Seared Chicken Breast or Baked Salmon.

For some zesty vegetarian options, consider adding a dash of this seasoning to a Greek Healthy Broccoli Salad, Greek Orzo Salad, or Vegan Gluten-Free Pasta Salad with Artichokes and Lemon Vinaigrette.

Want a simple, yummy snack? Mix a tablespoon of Greek seasoning into 1/4 cup of olive oil and serve with a side of warmed pita for dipping. This goes great on a charcuterie board or mezze platter alongside finger foods, like chips and Greek Fava.

Whether you go for a heavy and hearty meal or a light and bright snack, this seasoning suits them all!