
That creamy, herby flavor you love on salads, dips, and roasted veggies is surprisingly easy to make from scratch — and so much better than anything from a packet. Store-bought seasoning blends can be a minefield of mystery fillers and additives, but this homemade version keeps things clean and straightforward with pantry staples you can actually read and recognize. Dried buttermilk powder gives it that signature tangy richness, while dill, chives, parsley, and a touch of mustard build the classic flavor from the ground up. A pinch of paprika adds a subtle warmth if you're feeling it, but the blend is totally delicious without it too. It comes together in minutes with just a whisk and a bowl, then stores in an airtight jar for up to three months — meaning you can batch it once and reach for it all season long. Stir it into sour cream for a quick dip, shake it over popcorn, or use it to season chicken before roasting. Once you have a jar of this on hand, you'll wonder how you ever relied on the store-bought stuff.
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Combine the dried buttermilk powder, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, salt, black pepper, dried mustard, and paprika, if using, in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended.
Transfer the mix to an airtight jar or container. Store at room temperature for up to 3 months.
