Why Make Your Own Seasoned Salt?

Simply put, homemade seasoned salt beats anything in a bottle! This easy homemade seasoned salt recipe is bold, smoky, and perfectly balanced—no mystery ingredients or preservatives, just real flavor. Made with pantry staples like granulated garlic, onion, paprika, sugar, and Kosher salt, this blend comes together in minutes and will instantly elevate everything from roasted vegetables to grilled meats. I use this Homemade Seasoned Salt on roasted winter veggies such as cauliflower, broccoli and Brussels sprouts. It’s also what I use for my homemade croutons and chicken cutlets.

The Perfect Seasoned Salt Ratio for Maximum Flavor
The magic is in the ratio: 2 parts granulated garlic, 2 parts granulated onion, 2 parts paprika, 1 part sugar, and 1 part Kosher salt. This combo delivers a punch of umami, a subtle sweetness, and just enough salt to tie it all together. Paprika adds depth and color, while the sugar helps with browning and caramelization. Mix it in a jar, give it a shake, and you’ve got a versatile all-purpose seasoning that works on everything from potatoes to popcorn.

How to Use and Store Your DIY Seasoned Salt
Use this seasoned salt as a dry rub for proteins, a finishing touch on roasted veggies, or a flavor booster for salad dressings, marinades, and compound butters. It’s especially great on grilled chicken, sweet potato fries, or sprinkled over avocado toast. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, and it’ll stay fresh and flavorful for up to six months. Once you try this homemade version, you’ll never go back to the store-bought kind again.

Do I Really Need to Add Sugar to my Seasoned Salt?
I know a few will clutch their pearls at the addition of sugar. The truth is, most seasoned salts contain it (including the one by Simply Organic). Commercial food labeling laws only require brands to include sugar in their nutritional facts if it is above .5 grams. In this homemade version, the amount of sugar is way less than that! The amount of sugar consumed is so small- One serving has .08 grams of sugar, less than 1/10 of a gram!