Lemon Pepper Seasoning
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Lemon pepper seasoning is a quick and easy homemade version of the fresh and zesty seasoning we all know and love!
This lemon pepper seasoning recipe is super simple and can be stored in your pantry for whenever you need it. Use lemon pepper seasoning on air fryer chicken thighs, parmesan roasted potatoes, or add it to a batch of seasoned pretzels.
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Lemon Pepper Seasoning
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 Cost saving! It’s much more cost effective to make a big batch with the individual ingredients than buying commercially prepared blends.
📌 Control what you’re eating. Add more or less of what you love and fine tune to your own tastes.
📌 Bolder flavor. Make it with the freshest spices so you know it will keep and taste great for a long time.
Lemon Pepper Seasoning Ingredients
- Lemon – Dried lemon zest.
- Pepper – Black pepper.
- Onion – Onion powder.
- Salt – Sea salt.
- Garlic – Garlic powder.
How do you make homemade lemon pepper seasoning? (step-by-step directions)
⭐ First, add all the measured dried spices to a clean dry bowl.
⭐ Then, mix thoroughly with a fork or a whisk, making sure to break up any clumps.
⭐ Next, carefully pour the spice blend into an airtight container.
⭐ Finally, store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Preparation
Why make your own lemon pepper seasoning blend?
I love a quick-grab seasoning as much as the next gal, but there really is something to be said for making your own spice blends!
- Adjust the flavor to your tastes.
- Gluten free.
- Know exactly what’s in them.
- No additives, preservatives, fillers, colorings, or anti-caking agents.
- Money saving.
Can you make spice blends ahead of time?
Absolutely! We typically make a large jar and use it over the course of several months.
How much lemon pepper seasoning should I use?
This recipe is a 1:1 with store bought lemon pepper, so use it exactly as you would when using a commercially prepared blend.
Can I make my own lemon zest?
Yes! You can zest lemons and dry the zest to add to this recipe if desired. You would need to zest about 10 lemons to reach the amount needed for this recipe.
Storage and leftovers
How do you store lemon pepper seasoning?
Spice blends should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry environment (like an air conditioned house).
Do not store them in the refrigerator as they will condensate when you bring them out and it can cause clumping.
How long does lemon pepper seasoning last?
Dried spice blends theoretically last forever, but will begin to lose flavor potency after about 6 months.
Check your spice labels and make sure not to use out-of-date spices.
Tips and tricks
✅ If you live in a humid area, you can add a food safe silica packet to the jar to help prevent clumping.
✅ The spices may separate while stored, just go ahead and give the jar a shake or stir to mix them back up.
✅ Change up the recipe to your liking! Adjust the ingredients to create the perfect lemon pepper seasoning for your taste.
✅ Lemon pepper seasoning is one of our favorites to use when grilling or for adding to weeknight meals.
- Here are some recipes that we love to add lemon pepper to: air fryer chicken wings, grilled flank steak, spatchcock chicken.
More amazing homemade seasoning blends
- Poultry seasoning
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Blackening seasoning
- Steak seasoning
- Ranch seasoning
- Italian seasoning
- Fajita seasoning
- Taco seasoning
- Chili seasoning
- See all our easy homemade seasonings!
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Tools we love
- Glass spice jars – I love putting our homemade spice mixes in pretty glass jars.
- Bulk spices – It’s amazing how much money you can save by buying spices in bulk and making your own mixes!
Lemon Pepper Seasoning
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons dried lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Add all the measured dried spices to a clean dry bowl.
- Mix thoroughly with a fork or a whisk, making sure to break up any clumps.
- Carefully pour spice blend into an airtight container.
- Store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Notes
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This is so much better than the stuff I usually buy in the spice aisle. It’s just so much fresher and zippier.
I made your Lemon Pepper Seasoning from scratch, and I’m amazed at the difference it makes in my cooking. The freshness of the lemon zest mixed with the pepper adds such a vibrant flavor to dishes.
This is good to have on hand! So much better than store bought! Glad I found this recipe!
This recipe is just perfect! I made this and it gives a refreshing twist to my seasoning!
I love making my own seasoning combos. This was was great!