Mediterranean Diet Friendly Italian Herb & Spice Rub
A good spice blend is one of the easiest ways to bring bold, sun-drenched flavor to your cooking without reaching for anything processed or packaged. This herb and spice rub leans hard into the aromatic backbone of Mediterranean cooking — oregano, basil, rosemary, and thyme layered with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a warm hit of turmeric. That combination isn't just delicious; it's a lineup of ingredients that fits naturally into a plant-forward, whole-food approach to eating. The smoked paprika adds a subtle depth that makes everything it touches taste like it spent the afternoon on a grill, while the optional red pepper flakes give you a gentle kick if you want it. You can rub it onto chicken, fish, or vegetables before roasting, stir it into olive oil for a quick marinade, or shake it over a grain bowl for an instant upgrade. It comes together in minutes and keeps in a jar for up to six months, so one small batch does a lot of heavy lifting in the kitchen. Having this on hand makes it genuinely easy to cook flavorful, wholesome meals any night of the week.
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8 servings
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary, finely crushed
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the oregano, basil, crushed rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl and stir until evenly blended.
- 2
Transfer to an airtight jar and store at room temperature, away from direct heat and light, for up to 6 months.