Fresh Herb Salt is so easy to make. The perfect way to preserve all those wonderful garden and market herbs.
This herb-infused salt recipe is easy to make. Fresh herbs and coarse salt are all you need. This makes a GREAT hostess gift!! Culinary herbs made right at home. Did you know you can make flavoured simple syrup too?
If you are a fan of compound butter, this vibrant green salt using fresh herbs will be right up your alley.
Recently a good friend of mine messaged me and asked if I had ever heard of herb-infused salt? Other than processed seasonings you find at the store, I said no.
Well, this got me curious as to what she was talking about. She had seen them at the local market, so I had to find out what this DIY herbal salt is all about.
After some research on the web, I found out that this has been done for years. This is a way to preserve fresh herbs. It seems to be very popular in Quebec and eastern Canada. Also known as Herbes Salées, it is made around the world, and there are slight variations as to how this is done.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this herb seasoning can be found at the bottom of this post.
Ingredients For This Culinary Salt
For this flavoured salt recipe you will need:
- fresh herbs
- garlic
- coarse salt
- food processor (or sharp knife)
- clean glass jar
When it comes to preserving, I opt for simple. Like really simple. I am not a canner. The quick and easy method works for me. Pickled eggs, zucchini pickles, and pickled onions are all reallly easy recipes.
I am always looking for herb recipes, and this green salt is a pretty cool addition to your kitchen spice collection.
Making Fresh Herb Salt
I looked at several methods and recipes. Some include completely drying the fresh herb mix. Others include the addition of vegetables in the blend.
There is no right or wrong method of doing this. It all boils down to personal preference. Since I am a spice collector, trying to make herb salt seemed like a great idea.
The process is very easy and works well with all my other preserving methods.
Step 1
Wash the herbs, remove any stalks/stems, spread on a cloth and let dry. I let them sit on the counter for about an hour before I used them.
Step 2
Place about 3 cups of herbs in a food processor, and add the garlic and the coarse salt. Pulse until it resembles a coarse grind. Be sure not to over-process as you do not want a paste/puree texture.
If you do not want to use a food processor, you can do everything by hand. Chop the herbs and garlic. Add the salt and continue to chop until you reach a coarse consistency.
Step 3
At this point, you can place your mixture directly into a jar. If you want it to be drier, spread it in a single layer on a baking sheet and let it air dry for a bit. I placed mine right in the jar.
Be sure to give it a good mix every day for about the first week.
Types Of Herbs For Infused Salts
You can create your own signature blend using any herb combination you wish. That is the neat thing, each time you make it, the flavours can be different.
Herbs that work well include:
- parsley
- dill
- mint
- oregano
- sage
- thyme
- cilantro
- rosemary
- basil
- savory
- coriander
So many great options for creating unique flavoured salt recipes. This will now keep for months in the fridge. You have some incredible-tasting herbs to add to your favourite recipes.
One word of caution, it is SALTY so you may have to make adjustments to the amount of additional salt you add to recipes.
Tips For Preserving Herbs In Salt
- Be sure to remove woody stalks before processing.
- Herbs must be washed and left to dry before processing.
- Very salty, so use sparingly.
- Always keep it in the fridge (not on the counter).
- Let sit for at least 7 days before using to allow the flavours to develop.
- Lasts for months.
- Makes a great food gift.
- Be sure to use coarse sea salt.
- Can be used on pizza, in soups, stews, and as a herb rub for meat and vegetables.
FAQ (Questions And Answers)
Kept in the fridge in a sealed container, it will last 4-6 months.
Yes, you can. The cold temperature does not affect the shelf life of salt.
Rinse well under cold water. A salad spinner is a great way to clean fresh herbs. Let them dry on a kitchen towel.
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Homemade Fresh Herb Salt
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh herbs loosely packed
- ½ cup coarse sea salt
- 1 clove fresh garlic or more if you wish
Instructions
- Wash herbs, remove stalks/stems.
- Arrange in a single layer on a towel.
- Let air dry for about an hour until all moisture is gone.
- Place herbs in the food processor.
- Add garlic and salt.
- Process until it reaches a coarse consistency (DO NOT over process).
- Place in a jar, and keep in fridge. Be sure to give it a good mix/stir daily for about the first week.
Nutrition Information
Notes
If you don’t want to use a food processor, you can chop the herbs and garlic by hand. Add the salt and continue to chop until you reach that coarse consistency. **NOTE** Serving Size is calculated at 2 TSP but you may require MORE or LESS. Keep in mind this is VERY SALTY.
Marwin Brown
Love this recipe- super versatile and can go with a variety of different dishes! Thanks
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is a great recipe to take as a food gift. Hope you give it a try.
Jenny
What a great idea! I never thought of using herbs this way. Also love this herb salt as a hostess gift, I have a number of friends who will absolutely adore it.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I love this recipe. Make it with the herbs you like the best….or the ones you need to use up.
Tara
My family and I loved making this with fresh herbs from our garden! I have always felt bad about not being able to use up all of the herbs that we grow, but coming across this recipe has me feeling guilt free!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Well this is perfect recipe for all those herbs you don’t know what to do with.
Sharon
This fresh herb salt is my new go-to for chicken and beef recipes. Works great on roasted vegetables too.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
It works on just about anything. ENJOY!
Paige
What a great idea! Love this! And, it would be good on just about anything, like scrambled eggs or even chicken!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is a fun and easy recipe. Foodie approved.
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer
I absolutely love it Gloria! We used to make a basil herb salt for our pizza shop years ago. This, along with red pepper flakes, was such a huge hit. I completely forgot about it until now. I LOVE LOVE LOVE how simplistic your version is and I cannot wait to make it! Thank you so much for sharing!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is such a cool recipe. A great way to use up those garden herbs. I love taking this as a host/hostess gift. It is always a hit.
Michelle
The herbs add so much flavor! I want to use it on everything!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
It is an all round great seasoning for sure. ENJOY!
Rebecca
what a GREAT idea! I have my best intentions to use up herbs, but often let them go bad, this is the perfect way to preserve them! thanks
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Absolutely….you can mix and match to use up everything.
Pam Greer
What a fantastic way to preserve herbs and be able to use them on almost anything! Rosemary is my favorite!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Rosemary would be awsome for sure.
Kushigalu
Fresh herb salt is something new to me. Sounds so interesting and flavorful. Pinned to try this out soon
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is a fun kitchen experiment to try.
Marie-Charlotte Chatelain
This is soooo easy and actually perfect for using up all those herb stalks I often have left from cooking! Thanks so much!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes, this is the perfect way to use up all the herbs in your garden.
Anna Marie
Can I substitute Kosher salt for the sea salt? The recipe sounds good. Looks like we’re going to have a bumper crop of basil this year and I don’t want it to go to waste.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
If you use coarse Kosher salt, I would think it would be fine. It is a very salty recipe, and you will know by how it looks when you make the recipe.
Amanda
I don’t think I’ve ever had fresh herb salt! The color is absolutely gorgeous and I can think of so many ways to incorporate this into my spring and summer cooking. This is a fantastic way to use my herb garden! I always seem to have so much more basil, especially, than I know what to do with. I’d love to give this as a hostess gift, too!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This herb salt is so easy to make, hope you try it. I know you will enjoy using it for sure.
Jo
This is really interesting. I love herbal salt but never tried it at home. Got to try this soon. It sure looks amazing!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Give it a try. Herb salt is a must in my kitchen.
Amanda
I can never get enough fresh herbs, and turning them into a flavorful salt is a brilliant idea! There are so many delicious herb combinations that would work beautifully. Thanks for sharing!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
That is the fun part about this recipe. You can create your own blends. Herb salt is a fun thing to make.