Seasoning salt is one of those seasoning blends that can be used on almost anything. I usually keep a pint size mason jar or even a pint of this homemade spice mix in my spice cabinet. Goes in easily soups and stewsin chicken or beef dishes, and even adds a little kick to eggs and breakfast foods.
It's aptly named because it's literally a mixture of salt (I use Himalayan salt) and spices. It takes about a minute to make (two minutes if you let a toddler help you). Plus, it cuts down on the time it takes to enjoy recipes as it combines many common spices.
My story with seasoned salt
It's hard for me to write this now, but in college, Lawry's seasoned salt was the only seasoning I had on hand. I used it to make my ramen noodles delicious (crunchy – if that's even possible) when I cooked them in the microwave (double vibration). There are a lot of ingredients in the grocery store version that I now try to avoid!
Instead of mineral-rich sea salt, these mixes are made with table salt. You'll also find GMO corn starch and anti-caking agents like tricalcium phosphate. And although some seasoned salt mixes boast “no added MSG” on their labels, they're actually hiding a dirty secret. Flip it over to read the fine print and it says the product is natural monosodium glutamate from the mysterious “spices”.
Thankfully, my taste buds and meal choices have matured quite a bit. I now use an improved version of store bought seasoned salt and a wide range of much healthier recipes!
How to make seasoned salt
This salt uses natural flavors from wholesome spices, no weird mystery ingredients required! It has a flavor profile similar to taco seasoning, but without the cumin. I like the universal taste that goes with a wide variety of dishes, although you can customize it to your liking.
Instead of regular paprika, try smoked paprika for more bacon flavor. Some recipes also call for turmeric which adds a nice yellow color and anti-inflammatory benefits. And if you like it spicy, add some cayenne pepper to the mix.
This recipe is really as simple as tossing and mixing the spices together. It's great to make with young children as tossing and stirring are their culinary specialties.
Homemade seasoned salt
Today, I'm sharing my homemade version of seasoned salt as a throwback to my poor food choices in college and to celebrate my love of real food today. After all, as Erma Bombeck said,
“Once you get a spice in your house, you have it forever. Women never throw away the spices. The Egyptians were buried with their spices. I know which one I'll take with me when I go.”
Seasoned salt recipe at home
Homemade Seasoned Salt combines spices and salt for a versatile, easy-to-use seasoning that's great with almost any dish.
Nutrition facts
Seasoned salt recipe at home
Amount per serving (0.5 tsp)
Calories 9
Calories from fat 2
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.2 g0%
Saturated fat 0.04 g0%
Unsaturated fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat 0.03 g
Sodium 719 mg31%
potassium 49 mg1%
Carbohydrates 2 g1%
Fiber 1 g4%
Sugar 0.1 g0%
Protein 0.4 g1%
Vitamin A 305 IU6%
Vitamin C 1 mg1%
Calcium 12 mg1%
Iron 0.4 mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Adjust the amounts in this recipe up or down to make a larger or smaller amount.
Ways to use seasoned salt
Looking for more ways to use your seasoned salt at home? It adds great flavor to a variety of meat, vegetable and grain dishes. Here are some ideas for foods to use!
You can also view all of mine homemade spice mix here, how farm dressing mix AND Cajun seasoning.
What are your favorite ways to use seasoned salt? Leave a comment and let us know!
