Lemon Pepper Seasoning

Lemon Pepper Seasoning

A zesty, coarse blend of dried lemon zest and cracked black pepper for everyday seasoning.

Total 15 min Makes 16 oz Calories 5/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This homemade seasoning balances bright citrus with sharp, cracked pepper and a touch of salt and garlic for depth. It comes together in minutes using dried lemon zest, and keeps for months in a sealed jar. Sprinkle it over chicken, fish, vegetables, or popcorn for a quick flavor boost.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup coarsely cracked black pepper
  • 1/3 cup kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon citric acid

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the dried lemon zest, cracked black pepper, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and citric acid.

  2. Whisk the mixture together until evenly distributed, breaking up any clumps of zest with your fingers.

  3. Transfer the seasoning to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle and pulse briefly to break the lemon zest into smaller flecks, leaving the pepper coarse.

  4. Pour the finished seasoning into an airtight jar or shaker and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

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Lemon Pepper Seasoning

This homemade seasoning balances bright citrus with sharp, cracked pepper and a touch of salt and garlic for depth. It comes together in minutes using dried lemon zest, and keeps for months in a sealed jar. Sprinkle it over chicken, fish, vegetables, or popcorn for a quick flavor boost.

15 min 16 oz 5 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup coarsely cracked black pepper
  • 1/3 cup kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon citric acid

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the dried lemon zest, cracked black pepper, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and citric acid.

  2. 2

    Whisk the mixture together until evenly distributed, breaking up any clumps of zest with your fingers.

  3. 3

    Transfer the seasoning to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle and pulse briefly to break the lemon zest into smaller flecks, leaving the pepper coarse.

  4. 4

    Pour the finished seasoning into an airtight jar or shaker and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.