This homemade Greek Seasoning blend is our family’s go-to recipe! Made with common dried herbs and spices, ready in minutes, and is a quick way to give Mediterranean dishes a TON of authentic flavor. It lasts for over a year and is perfect for seasoning chicken, lamb, gyros, or using in fresh salads and vinaigrettes!
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If there were one spice mix I use ALL of the time it would hands down be this greek seasoning blend! It’s no surprise that it tastes great in Mediterranean dishes, but I even use as more of an every seasoning to add to roasted vegetables, baked chicken, and even on eggs!
So What Exactly is Greek Seasoning?
In addition to the mix of dried herbs such as oregano, basil, parsley and dill, garlic powder, and onion powder, what truly makes this Greek Seasoning blend so incredible is the subtle undertone of an earthy spice such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
While the list of ingredients is a tad bit on the longer side, many can be swapped and substituted depending on what you have on hand.
But my honest opinion? You’ll get the most complex flavor if you use all of the herbs and spices!
Ingredients and Substitutions
Notes about the simple ingredients needed for this Greek seasoning are below. Jump to recipe for the exact measurements.
- Greek Oregano. This woody, earthy spice is the base of this mix. There is a Mexican oregano variety that is more commonly found in grocery stores. It can easily be used but will impart a slight licorice flavor.
- Basil. This is the other essential herb, so try and avoid substituting if possible.
- Other Dried Herbs. Parsley, dill, rosemary, and thyme are all used in smaller amounts. Try to use as many as you can for the best flavor, but feel free to swap out one for the other if you don’t have it on hand.
- Garlic and Onions Powders. If you don’t happen to have these, remember when adding your blend to recipes and up the amount of fresh garlic and onions you use.
- Cinnamon. If there’s a second ingredient you MUST use, it’s cinnamon. Nutmeg can be used if you must.
- Salt and Black Pepper. I often like to leave these out so I can adjust the amount I add depending on the recipe I’m cooking.
How to Make Greek Seasoning
Below you’ll find the simple steps to make this Mediterranean rice recipe. Jump to recipe for the printable instructions.
Once you’ve gathered up all of your ingredients, whisk them together in either a small jar, mason jar, or in the container you will be storing them in.
This recipe makes ~¼ cup, or 4 tablespoons, of seasoning mix. Use 1-2 tablespoons for every pound of ground meat or vegetables.
Storing Instructions
When stored properly your Greek seasoning should last for up to 1-2 years.
Homemade seasoning mixes will store best when placed in an airtight container and kept in a cool, dry place, either the pantry or a spice cabinet will work great. Keep out of direct sunlight! Over the stovetop is not recommended since it gets quite hot and humid and will decrease the longevity and potency of your seasoning mixes.
Another tip for storing spice blends is to make sure the container has little to no open air space. Less air means less oxygen and oxidation of the ingredients. So you’ll want to choose one that just barely fits all of the mix.
(These glass spice jars and 4-ounce mason jars both work exceptionally well.)
FAQs
Italian seasoning is a great substitute when Greek seasoning is not available. Add a dash or two of cinnamon or nutmeg to make it taste more Mediterranean than Italian.
Greek seasoning is not normally spicy, as it mainly consists of aromatic herbs and spices like oregano, thyme, cinnamon, and garlic.
Greek or Mediterranean seasoning is a great substituted for other herbaceous mixes such as Italian seasoning.
Typically, Greek seasoning is a blend of spices and herbs from the Mediterranean region. Oftentimes, oregano, basil, dill, thyme, and garlic are included.
Sprinkle Greek seasoning on your favorite protein, like chicken, lamb, or salmon. It is also delicious on veggies or potatoes for a side dish.
Ways to Use Greek Seasoning
- Chicken: Whether seasoning Greek Chicken Kabobs or to add a little extra flavor on some baked chicken breasts or thighs, this is probably the most-used method in our house.
- Lamb: these Lamb Koftas were the reason I originally created this seasoning mix and tastes incredible!
- Ground Meat: The other way we use it most often is in ground turkey meatballs, ground turkey rice bowls, or burgers! It mixes in easily and gives a ton of flavor throughout.
- Sauces and Dressings: Add a teaspoon or so to a simple lemon vinaigrette and turn it into the most delicious Greek Salad Dressing.
- Vegetables: Transform your basic roasted vegetables into a Mediterranean masterpiece by sprinkling on a tablespoon or two of this mix! (Zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and roasted cauliflower are the best!) It even tastes great in salads like this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad or Mediterranean Couscous Salad.
More Homemade Spice Blends
I love making my own homemade seasonings at home. It’s one of my favorite ways to avoid unhealthy additives and they taste so much better than store-bought.
Try one of these simple and delicious homemade seasoning blends next!
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Greek Seasoning Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 tsp. oregano dried
- 2 tsp. basil dried
- 1 tsp. parsley dried
- 1 tsp. dill dried
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. rosemary dried
- ½ tsp. thyme dried
- ½ tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 2 tsp. salt optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl or the jar you'll be storing it in, add oregano, basil, parsley, dill, onion powder, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt, if using. Whisk until well combined.
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Notes
- Ingredients: It’s best if you use all of these spices and herbs for the most flavor. If you don’t have them all on hand, see the blog post for substitution ideas.
- Oregano: If you can find it, Greek oregano is the best to use. Mexican oregano is more milder while Turkish oregano tends to be more potent.
- Salt: Leave the salt out if you’d like to control the amount added in future recipes.
- Yield: This recipe makes ~¼ cup of seasoning mix.
- Usage: Use 1-2 tablespoons for every pound of ground meat or vegetables.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to a year.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Great blend. Thank you
You’re very welcome, John! It’s one of our favorites, too 🙂 Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! If you have time to leave a rating, too, that would be hugely appreciated <3
I love this recipe! I make up large batches every few months; I make up full salt recipe, half salt recipe, and no salt. I have some health issues that limit what I can eat (I really do eat a variety of veggie colors), so I eat the same thing most days. Every night, I use this Greek seasoning recipe to season the chicken in my dinner. And, every night, I enjoy my dinner. I have been eating this for over a year and I have never gotten tired of it. Thank you!
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Sylvia! I’m glad you can make it work for your dietary needs. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and rating!
I’ve made this 3 or 4 times now! It is very good! It’s getting ready to be grilling season and I highly recommend keeping a batch of this made. I have used this with lemon juice for grilled chicken, added to ground lamb, and as the seasoning mix in a brine. The only thing I do different is add less salt. It’s a crowd pleaser every time!
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Dana! It’s perfect for grilling season. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and rating!
Great recipe! I definitely agree with the five stars. I use a teaspoon of the Greek seasoning mix in an omelette. After browning, onions, cherry tomatoes, and some spinach leaves I added eggs and feta cheese, and it was fantastic.
When I make mixture such as this, I like to make a large amount to have on hand. However, I thought that the times three conversion was way too much salt and pepper, I believe it converted into 1 T pepper and 2 T salt. I reduced that to about half for each ingredient.
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Susan! It’s so versatile. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment!
Top notch!! We love it on our Zucchini onion and bell pepper mix. Great flavor!!! Sautéed with clarified butter in a cast iron skillet!! Smack your MaMa!!
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Ryan! It’s good on so many things! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and rating!
Really liked this. Put one T into a cup of rice and then cooked. Served it as Greek rice. Might omit or reduce the cinnamon next time.
I wish the comments were turned on in Pinterest as I like to make my notes there!
Hi Monica! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe, I’m not sure what’s happening on Pinterest? You could try saving a pin directly from the site and see if the comments are turned on for that pin!