This Homemade Italian Seasoning is a simple blend of dried herbs that works well in many everyday recipes. It takes about 5 minutes to make, uses 6 dried herbs, and there's no cooking involved. You just mix everything together in a small bowl or jar, and it's ready to use.
Italian seasoning is usually made with a mix of dried herbs like basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram. These are the herbs you'll find in most classic blends and the ones that give Italian seasoning its familiar flavor.
Some versions also include ingredients like parsley, sage, garlic powder, or red pepper flakes. After testing different combinations, this is the one I like using the most. The flavor is balanced, not too strong, and easy to use in all kinds of everyday recipes. If you want, you can always tweak it slightly based on your taste or what you have on hand.
I use this homemade Italian seasoning a lot in my cooking, especially in recipes like Vegan Cabbage Soup, Vegan Mozzarella Sticks, and Vegan Spaghetti, where it adds a simple, herby flavor without taking over the dish.
Italian Seasoning Ingredients
- Dried basil: One of the main herbs in Italian seasoning. It's pretty mild and helps balance the rest of the blend.
- Dried oregano: This is the one that really makes it taste like Italian seasoning.
- Dried marjoram: Similar to oregano, but a bit softer. I like using it because it smooths everything out.
- Dried thyme: Adds a light herby flavor that blends in really nicely.
- Dried rosemary: Strong and aromatic, but it works well here and gives the blend that classic flavor.
- Dried sage: Optional, but I always include it because it adds a deeper flavor and goes really well with rosemary and thyme.
Find the full recipe with exact measurements in the recipe card below.
How to Make Italian Seasoning
- Add all the dried herbs to a bowl or jar.
- Mix well until fully combined.
How to Store Homemade Italian Seasoning
Store your homemade Italian seasoning in an airtight jar or container at room temperature, in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
For the best flavor, try to use it within 6 months. It will last longer if stored properly, but dried herbs tend to lose their aroma over time, so I usually replace it once it starts to smell less fragrant.
Ways to Use Homemade Italian Seasoning
This homemade Italian seasoning is really versatile and works well in soups, pasta dishes, tomato-based sauces, stews, and baked recipes. It adds a nice herby flavor without taking over the dish.
I use it in recipes like Vegan Cabbage Soup, Vegan Vegetable Soup, Instant Pot Vegetable Soup, Vegan Mozzarella Sticks, Vegan Spaghetti, Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, Breakfast Potatoes, Vegan Eggplant Parmesan, and Vegan Lentil Loaf.
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Homemade Italian Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons dried marjoram
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried sage, optional
Instructions
- Add all the dried herbs to a small bowl or jar. If any of the herbs are very large, you can lightly crush them or pulse them briefly in a spice grinder or food processor to break them down.
- Mix until everything is well combined. Use right away or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight. For best flavor, use within 6 months.
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