Greek Seasoning Blend
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8 tablespoons
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Calories
16 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Greek
Greek Seasoning Blend
Description
This seasoning blend combines common Greek-inspired dried herbs such as oregano, marjoram, basil, parsley, and thyme with aromatic powders like onion and garlic, along with sweet paprika, black pepper for mild heat, and warm spices including nutmeg and cinnamon. Mixing these together creates a versatile dry mix that can be sprinkled on meats, vegetables, or used in marinades to impart a Mediterranean character.
The instructions suggest storing the mixed spices in an airtight jar to preserve freshness. For a finer and more uniform texture, the blend can be processed briefly in a food processor or spice grinder. This customization allows the blend to better coat foods or blend seamlessly into recipes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon oregano dried
- 2 tablespoon marjoram or double your oregano, dried
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoon basil dried
- 2 teaspoon parsley dried
- 2 teaspoon paprika sweet
- 2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix everything together well and store in an airtight jar.
- For a smoother texture, you can purée all ingredients for 30-45 seconds in a food processor or use a spice grinder.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 16kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 323IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.