Lemon Herb Greek Seasoning
On August 18, 2025
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This Greek Seasoning blends lemon, garlic, and herbs to add traditional Mediterranean flavor to your chicken, lamb, vegetables, and seafood. It’s like bringing a little bit of the Greek islands to your backyard. Get the flavors without the jet lag.
Greek-Style Seasoning
Mediterranean flavors make everything taste just a little better, and this homemade Greek Seasoning captures all those traditional tastes in one simple blend. I developed this recipe because I wanted to bring the bright, herbaceous Greek flavors to my everyday grilling.
This seasoning has the perfect balance of citrusy lemon, earthy herbs like oregano and rosemary, and just enough garlic to tie it all together. It works beautifully on grilled chicken, lamb, vegetables, and seafood. Consider it your ticket to authentic Greek flavor without leaving home.
What’s in Greek seasoning?
This flavorful blend combines some of the most popular herbs and spices from Greek cuisine. Here’s what you’ll need to make this seasoning:
- Dried oregano: If you can get Greek oregano, it has a more intense flavor than regular oregano, but don’t stress if you can’t find it. Regular oregano works great, too.
- Kosher salt: Enhances all the other flavors and helps the seasoning stick to your food while drawing out the natural moisture.
- Garlic powder: Adds a savory depth of flavor that makes everything more delicious.
- Onion powder: Works hand-in-hand with the garlic to create a savory foundation that complements the herbs beautifully.
- Lemon zest: This is what makes the seasoning pop! The bright, citrusy notes cut through rich meats and make vegetables taste incredible.
- Black pepper: Provides a gentle heat that balances the brightness of the lemon and herbs.
- Dried rosemary: Brings floral notes classic in Greek cooking.
- Dried dill: Adds a fresh flavor that’s especially tasty with seafood and vegetables.
- Red pepper flakes: Just a touch for warmth without overwhelming heat.
Can I use fresh herbs?
If you want to use fresh herbs instead of dried, you can substitute them using the same amounts listed in the recipe. Fresh herbs will give you an even more vibrant flavor, but you’ll need to store the seasoning in the fridge and use it within 2-3 days. Start with the amounts called for in the recipe, but taste and adjust as you go to get the flavor intensity you want.
How to Make Greek Seasoning
Making this authentic Greek seasoning is incredibly simple and takes just a few minutes. You probably have everything you need already. Here’s how to put it all together:
- Make the Greek seasoning. In a small bowl, whisk together the oregano, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, dill, and red pepper flakes until evenly combined. Use a fork or whisk to break up any clumps and ensure all the herbs and spices are well distributed throughout the blend.
- Use the seasoning or store for later. For immediate use, mix in the lemon zest and use right away on your favorite proteins or vegetables. For longer storage, keep the lemon zest separate and store the base blend in an airtight container (like these awesome spice jars) in a cool, dry place for up to 2 months. Add the fresh lemon zest when you’re ready to use the seasoning for the brightest, most vibrant flavor.
Ways to Enjoy Your Seasoning
This Greek seasoning is incredibly versatile and brings authentic Mediterranean flavor to so many different dishes. Here are some of my favorite ways to use this aromatic blend:
- Grilled Chicken Souvlaki: This seasoning is perfect for marinating chicken before threading onto skewers for authentic souvlaki.
- Smoked Gyro Meat: Add this seasoning to your gyro meat blend for incredible Mediterranean flavor in every bite.
- Curried Lamb Burger: Use this Greek seasoning on lamb patties for a Mediterranean burger experience.
- Grilled Lamb: Greek seasoning and lamb are a match made in heaven. Rub it on lamb chops, leg of lamb, or even ground lamb for incredible flavor.
- Greek Chicken: Season chicken breasts, thighs, or whole chickens before grilling for a Mediterranean twist on your usual routine.
Storage and Shelf Life
How you store this Greek seasoning depends on whether you’re using fresh or dried ingredients:
- With fresh lemon zest: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 2-3 days.
- With dried lemon peel: Store in your pantry in an airtight container for up to 2 months. I love using glass spice jars for storing homemade seasonings.
- Base Blend Without Lemon: You can make the blend without any lemon and store it for 2 months, then add fresh lemon zest when you’re ready to use it for the brightest flavor.
More Flavorful Seasoning Recipes
If you love making your own seasonings, check out the Rubs & Seasonings section here on the site, as well as in the Hey Grill Hey App. For now, here are some of my most popular blends:
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Homemade Greek Seasoning Recipe
Make this Greek Seasoning following the recipe card below, then use it to make some Greek-inspired masterpieces. Make sure to tag @heygrillhey on Instagram and Facebook so I can see your creations. Give this recipe a 5-star rating and let me know what meats you seasoned like a true Backyard BBQ Hero!
Lemon Herb Greek Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest or dried lemon peel
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Make the Greek Seasoning. In a small bowl, whisk together the oregano, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, dill, and red pepper flakes until evenly combined. Use a fork or whisk to break up any clumps.1 Tablespoon dried oregano, 2 teaspoons Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, ½ teaspoon dried dill, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Use the seasoning or store for later. For immediate use, mix in the lemon zest and use right away. For longer storage, keep the lemon zest separate and store the base blend in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 months. Add the fresh lemon zest when you're ready to use the seasoning. You can also substitute fresh herbs for dried using the same amounts, but the fresh version should be stored in the refrigerator and used within 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
