Fresh dried lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder are all you need to make the Best Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning Recipe! The perfect seasoning to sprinkle on chicken, fish, vegetables, pasta, and more!
This is the best seasoning! Why? Because it is made with fresh dried lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic. Just 4 simple ingredients and it’s really an easy recipe. From scratch seasonings are always better because there are no preservatives or chemicals and you can control the amount of salt. I love sprinkling this stuff on chicken, fish, vegetables, and pasta. It’s so good!
I have really been enjoying making my own seasonings this year. They taste much fresher than store-bought. I just love the smell of dried lemon zest as it dries in the oven! Check out my Dried Lemon Peel post for a more detailed post on how to dry lemon zest.
Ingredients
All you need is dried lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
How to Make Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- Wash and dry the lemons. Zest the lemons using a microplane or the fine side of a vegetable grater.
- Spread out the zest on a baking sheet. Bake approximately 25 minutes or until dried.
- Mix together dried lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
- Use as desired. Store leftover seasoning in an airtight container.
Common Questions About the Seasoning
Is Lemon Pepper Seasoning Keto-Friendly, Vegan, Gluten-Free?
Yes, this seasoning is perfect for special diets as it is made with just fresh lemon zest, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. I love that there is less salt in this recipe making it a healthier seasoning.
Does the Seasoning Have Carbs?
There are no carbs in this seasoning.
Is Lemon Pepper Seasoning Good on Salmon?
This seasoning is absolutely amazing on salmon! I highly recommend it.
How Much Lemon Pepper Seasoning on Chicken?
Use the desired amount of seasoning. I use 1/4-1/2 tsp to sprinkle on each chicken breast or thigh.
How Much Seasoning Does the Recipe Make?
This homemade lemon pepper seasoning recipe makes approximately 5 tablespoons of seasoning.
Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning Uses
- Sprinkle on chicken, fish, shrimp, steak, and pork chops.
- Add flavor to vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, asparagus, and potatoes.
- Mix in pasta or lettuce salad.
Storage
Store seasoning in an airtight container in the spice cabinet for up to 2 years. Shake seasoning before using as seasoning may separate.
Can the Seasoning Go Bad?
To maintain freshness, use within 2 years as the lemon might lose its flavor over time.
Products to Store the Seasoning
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- Creamy Tuscan Chicken
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Best Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning Recipe
Equipment
- Microplane or vegetable grater
- small baking sheet
Ingredients
- 5-6 lemons 2 tablespoons worth of dried zest
- 1½ tbsp black pepper
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Wash and dry the lemons. Zest the lemons using a microplane or the fine side of a vegetable grater.
- Preheat oven to 175°F. Spread out zest on a baking sheet. Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until dried.Mix together dried lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Use as desired or store for later use. Seasoning may separate, shake before using.
- Store leftover seasoning in an airtight container for up to 1 year.
What kind of recipe does not include a baking temperature? And how do all these other people not mention it. Almost like fake reviews.
Maybe provide true information. In the drying process, temperature is one of the most important elements. Way to drop the ball
Adam, thank you for bringing it to my attention that I forgot to mention the baking temperature. You are so right that temperature is one of the most important elements! I apologize for the inconvenience and have fixed the mistake.
I definitely want to try this. So easy and delicious! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Arica, I hope you get a chance to give it a try. It really is so much better than store-bought!
This lemon pepper recipe is amazing! I love how detailed you describe everything and even have some ideas with what you can use it! Absolutely love this!
Thank you Bianca, I have been sprinkling this seasoning on everything lately.
First time making my own lemon pepper seasoning and I’m soo glad I did! It’s so much more flavorful and healthier than store bought. Thank you for this!
I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe Anaiah! I love how fresh and flavorful the seasoning is.
Omg my house is lemon obsessed haha this sounds perfect for tilapia! So refreshing and summery!
Shelby, this seasoning will be a winner at your house! Love the freshness of the lemon and it would be so good sprinkled on tilapia.
I love a good lemon pepper seasoning! I’m adding this to some chicken tonight!
Thanks Kayla, I love it on chicken! Hope you enjoy the recipe.