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A good basil salt recipe is one of the easiest ways to capture the bright, peppery flavor of fresh basil and turn it into a versatile pantry staple. Instead of letting a big bunch of basil go to waste, you can blend it with coarse salt to create a vibrant finishing salt that upgrades roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, pasta, eggs, and more. This quick and easy recipe needs just two main ingredients and a few minutes of hands-on time. It is beginner friendly, uses no artificial additives, and gives you a beautiful green salt that tastes like summer all year long.
Easy Basil Salt Recipe
A bright, aromatic finishing salt made with fresh basil and coarse salt. This easy basil salt recipe is perfect for seasoning roasted vegetables, eggs, and grilled proteins.
Ingredients
💡 Chef Tip
Pat the basil leaves completely dry before blending to keep the salt from clumping and to preserve its bright green color.
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Fresh basil works best for a bright green color and flavor, but you can use dried basil in a pinch. Start with 2 tablespoons of dried basil per 1/2 cup of salt.
Coarse sea salt or kosher salt is ideal because it blends well and gives a nice texture.
Sprinkle it over roasted vegetables, eggs, grilled chicken, pasta, popcorn, or fresh tomato slices as a finishing salt.
Stored in an airtight jar in a cool, dark place, it stays fresh and aromatic for up to 3 months.
Clumping happens when the basil is too wet. Make sure basil leaves are very dry and bake until the salt is dry to the touch.
Ingredients for homemade basil salt: fresh basil leaves and coarse sea salt.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Equipment Needed
Recipe Notes
- For a more intense basil flavor, add an extra handful of basil before pulsing.
- If you prefer no oven, air-dry the blended salt on a parchment-lined tray at room temperature for 24 hours.
🧊 Storage Tips
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
🍴 Kitchen Picks
Helpful tools that make this recipe easier and more enjoyable.
Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System BL770
The food processor bowl is perfect for blending fresh basil leaves with coarse salt into a consistent basil salt mixture.
Nordic Ware Naturals 3 Piece Baker’s Delight Sheet Pan Set
Use a baking sheet to spread the basil salt evenly and dry it in a low oven or warm place.
Pyrex Essentials 3-Piece Glass Measuring Cup Set
Accurate measurement of salt and other ingredients ensures the perfect basil salt ratio.
Finished basil salt ready to use as a flavorful finishing salt.
📋 Recipe Summary
30 Min
Easy
4 Servings
5 kcal
- ✓ Two-ingredient pantry staple
- ✓ Captures fresh basil flavor
- ✓ Ready in 30 minutes
- ✓ No artificial additives
This basil salt recipe is a simple way to preserve fresh basil and reduce kitchen waste while adding bold flavor to everyday meals. Store the finished salt in a clean, airtight jar away from moisture, and use it as a finishing touch rather than a cooking salt to keep its bright color and aroma. Once you see how easy it is, you may want to make a double batch and share it with friends. Enjoy sprinkling it over roasted vegetables, eggs, popcorn, and more.
