14 Easy Seasoning Blends You Can Make In Under Five Minutes

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Homemade seasoning blends are some of the simplest and quickest recipes you can make. If you have an ample spice collection, you may not even need to go to the store for supplies. Homemade spice blends are delicious, and avoid all those unwanted preservatives you find in store-bought blends. Make any of these fifteen blends in under five minutes.

1. No Salt Seasoning

This no-salt seasoning is a great blend to have on hand if you’re watching your sodium intake. It has a nice savory flavor from garlic, onion, and paprika that’s balanced out by the warmth of dry mustard, powdered thyme, and ground celery seed.

2. Popcorn Seasoning

These four homemade popcorn seasoning recipes make the perfect gift for the popcorn lovers in your life. Make one or all four of these delicious spice blends to keep movie night tasty and exciting.

3. Onion Soup Mix

Onion soup mix is surprisingly easy to make. It’s great for soups and, of course, for making onion dip. Store it in an airtight spice jar or canning jar, and keep it on hand for a quick dinner. It even goes great in burgers.

4. Everything Bagel Seasoning

Everything bagel seasoning is such a versatile blend. It isn’t just for bagels. You can put it on avocado toast, meats, and so many other dishes. It’s a good seasoning mix to keep on hand, and even make crispy chickpeas a delicious snack.

5. Fajita Seasoning

Making your own fajita seasoning is a totally delicious experience. It’s better than store-bought, and you can feel really good about eating something so natural. It works for chicken, pork, or beef fajitas.

6. Pumpkin Pie Spice

Pumpkin pie spice isn’t available everywhere. In fact, some parts of the world have no idea what it is. But before you totally gasp, remember that this is an American invention brought to market in 1934. So, it’s truly uniquely American.

7. Homemade Tuscan Seasoning

Homemade Tuscan seasoning is fabulous for meats such as chicken or beef. It’s delicious for air-fried meats as well as grilled. It’s a subtle seasoning that gives chicken, especially, a wonderful flavor.

8. Taco Seasoning

Make your own taco seasoning for Taco Tuesday this week. It’s quick, easy, cheap, and tastes amazing. You can use it in almost any Mexican dish, including any meats for tacos, burritos, and more.

9. Chili Seasoning

Chili is great any time of year. Make a batch of chili seasoning to have on hand so you’ll be ready to make a hearty and comforting bowl of chili whenever the mood strikes.

10. Adobo Seasoning

Adobo seasoning is great as a dry rub or marinade. It can be mixed with a bit of oil and rubbed onto meat before cooking or grilling. It’s a great spice combination to keep on hand for summer grilling.

11. Cajun Seasoning

Cajun seasoning is great in gumbo, jambalaya, or even just on French fries. But no matter how you make it, make it at home. With a simple adjustment, you can make it as spicy as you want, and it will keep for quite a while in an airtight jar.

12. Italian Seasoning

Italian seasoning is easily purchased at the store. But if you happen to run out and can’t make it to the store, here’s how to make your own using spices you probably already have in your spice cabinet.

13. Homemade Hamburger Helper

Avoid junky ingredients by making your own homemade hamburger helper mix. It’s delicious for making cheeseburger pasta, and you don’t have to worry about preservatives. It’s a great mix to keep on hand in your spice cabinet.

14. DIY BBQ Rub

This DIY BBQ rub is quick and easy to make and gives anything you grill tons of delicious barbecue flavor. It can be used for chicken, brisket, or any other grilled meat you prefer. Rub it on directly, or mix it with oil to coat the meat. Either way, this will give you a delicious meal.