Italian Seasoning Recipe

Italian Seasoning is a blend of dried herbs and spices creating the perfect addition to your pasta sauces, marinades or your choice of chicken, beef or pork dishes! The possibilities are completely endless, Italian Seasoning is perfect for grilled vegetables, sprinkled on pizza or used in soups or sauces.

This mildly flavoured seasoning has just the right balance of herbs and spices, with just a hint of spice from the red pepper flakes! Reach for it time and again as your favorite seasoning!

Italian Seasoning is a blend of herbs and spices used to flavor many Italian dishes. Ironically, it is not typically found in traditional Italian cuisine or in markets in Italy. You may wonder what is in Italian Seasoning? The main herbs commonly used are oregano, basil, thyme and rosemary (many recipes contain marjoram but I rarely have it on hand so I make this Italian Seasoning without marjoram). I also include parsley, red chili flakes and garlic powder for additional zest and flavor.

This seasoning is so simple to make and tasty that you will never bother to purchase store bought again! Simply measure out the given herbs and spices, mix and store in an airtight container. This will stay perfectly fresh for 6 months if stored in a dark cupboard or drawer and in an airtight container. This is good practice for all your herbs and spices!

Homemade Italian Seasoning Good For You? Certain dried herbs found in Italian Seasoning, such as oregano, are antioxidant rich and may help aid digestion but to be honest, you’ll end up consuming such a small amount that you won’t really notice any health benefits.

The nice thing about making your own seasoning is that you know exactly what you are consuming. Many pre-made seasonings are high in salt, so if you need to watch or cut down on your salt intake, this no salt added Italian Seasoning is perfect for you too (and of course it is also gluten free)!

italian seasoning recipe

Ingredients
  1. 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano.
  2. 1 teaspoon dried marjoram.
  3. 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
  4. 1/2 teaspoon dried basil.
  5. 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary.
  6. 1/2 teaspoon dried sage.

Italian Seasoning

italian seasoning recipe

The perfect blend of spices to add to your soups, stews and marinades.

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 13 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Sodium 20 mg, Fiber 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoons dried rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instruction:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Pour into an air tight container and store in a cool dark place for up to 6 months.

Homemade Italian Seasoning

italian seasoning recipe

This homemade Italian seasoning is SO easy, you’ll wonder why you ever bought it at the store. Learn what’s in Italian seasoning and how to make it! No need to use this spice blend exclusively in Italian recipes, either. It adds oomph to whatever it touches! This recipe yields about 1/2 cup Italian seasoning, or 8 tablespoons. You can double the recipe to make more.

Prep: 2min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 10 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, Fat 0.2 g, Saturated Fat 0.1 g, Sodium 6.7 mg, Fiber 1.3 g, Sugar 0.1 g, unSaturated Fat 0.14 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, (optional)

Instruction:

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the dried herbs including basil, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, parsley, and oregano. Add red pepper flakes, and garlic powder if using. Mix to combine.
  2. Transfer the homemade Italian seasoning to a jar and tightly close the lid.

Homemade Italian Seasoning

italian seasoning recipe

Super easy and better than store bought, Italian Seasoning is a MUST have in your pantry! One of the best seasonings there is, this Italian Seasoning is used on most everything!

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 38 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Basil
  • 2 tablespoons Oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary
  • 1/2 tablespoon Marjoram
  • 1/2 tablespoon Thyme

Instruction:

  1. In a small bowl combine basil, oregano, rosemary, marjoram, and thyme. Use as needed.

Italian Seasoning

italian seasoning recipe

An easy recipe for homemade Italian Seasoning. If you don’t have the store-bought blend on hand, you can easily make your own! If you’re missing one of the ingredients, just leave it out.

Prep: 5min

Total: 6min

Yield: 10

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 9 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 2 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 2 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons dried rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons dried marjoram

Instruction:

  1. In a small bowl, combine basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram. Store in an airtight container.

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FAQ

What is Italian seasoning made of?

The blend of herbs present in Italian seasoning usually consists of basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram, with other herbs and spices sometimes making an appearance.

What can I use if I don’t have Italian seasoning?

Dried oregano and basil.

If you have dried thyme, you can throw in a little of that as well. Here are a few ideas: 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning = ½ teaspoon dried oregano and ½ teaspoon dried basil. 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning = ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon each dried basil and thyme.

What are the top 5 Italian seasonings?

8 Herbs & Spices Every Italian Cook Needs in Their Kitchen
  1. Basil. Basil is an aromatic herb essential to many Italian dishes, especially pesto. …
  2. Thyme. Thyme is one of the main herbs in Italian cooking with a subtle minty flavor and a sweet and strong scent. …
  3. Oregano. …
  4. Rosemary. …
  5. Sage. …
  6. Bay Leaves. …
  7. Parsley. …
  8. Marjoram.

What are the three Italian spices?

Anyone who cooks a lot of Italian food knows that there are three staple herbs that you can’t go without: basil, oregano and garlic. Each has a distinct flavor and brings its own strength to a dish.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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