Make the perfect pizza with this delicious Pizza Seasoning! Easily and quickly toss together all the Italian flavors you know and love, with a spicy kick.
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What Seasonings Can I Put on a Pizza?
While you can put pretty much anything on a pizza, it doesn’t hurt to go with the most popular toppings. Stick to the classics like parmesan cheese, basil, or red pepper flakes, or try something new with curry powder, dill, or lemon flakes.
Why This Pizza Seasoning Recipe is a Keeper
This homemade pizza seasoning recipe contains herbs, spices, and such as fennel seeds, garlic and onion powder, oregano, basil, and more.
This is one way to up your game. It’s easy to make, and a great way to add some gourmet flavor to your pizza dough and tomato sauce. Or even to frozen pizza for extra flavor!
- Quick Recipe: Just combine all the herbs and spices, and your pizza seasoning is ready to use! Add it to a finished pizza, salad, or Mediterranean cooking.
- Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients for the best pizza seasoning can likely be found in your kitchen or local grocery store. If you’re a pizza lover, you’re going to want a few tablespoons of this seasoning blend for pizza night!
- Versatile: This simple recipe for homemade seasoning is good for more than just pepperoni pizza! Sprinkle this spice blend on breadsticks, calzones, pasta, and more. It’s probably one of my most used spice blends.
If you’re looking for more seasoning recipes, try these: Spaghetti Seasoning, Garlic and Herb Seasoning, and All Purpose Seasoning.
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Does This Savory Pizza Seasoning Go On the before or after baking It?
You can use this savory pizza seasoning recipe either way, or even mix it into the sauce to give even more flavor. Plus it is gluten free so you can use it on gluten free pizza and pasta.
For a great crust, try this pizza dough recipe.
Ingredient Notes for Pizza Spices for Flavor for Pasta, Sauce, Salad and Pizza
- Crushed Red Pepper: Use more or less, depending on how spicy you want your seasoning to be.
- Oregano: Use dried oregano instead of fresh oregano, as this will allow you to store the seasoning.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions of Herbs and Spices
Omit the spices you are not a fan of and add more of the ones that you enjoy.
- Dipping Oil: Sprinkle this seasoning in some extra virgin olive oil to make a delicious dip for bread or pizza crusts.
How to Make Homemade Pizza Seasoning
To make the ultimate pizza, you’re definitely going to want this seasoning. It’ll make your pizza taste like it came from a pizzeria, and is much better than store bought Italian seasoning.
These are the basic steps for making pizza seasoning. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions. See the nutritional information in the recipe card below.
Step 1: Mix and Store
Combine all ingredients into a small bowl and mix until well combined. Place in a sealed container, such as a spice jar, and store in a dry pantry for up to 5 months.
Ultimate Salt-Free Italian Seasoning FAQs
Expert Tips for Making the Best Pizza Seasoning
- Amounts of Seasoning: Add more or less of the seasoning ingredients to your personal tastes.
- More Seasonings: Add a dash of black pepper to your seasoning blend. You can also add parsley, rosemary, and thyme for some extra flavor. To make it spicy, add chipotle or chili to the blend.
What to Use this Pizza Seasoning Blend On
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Pizza Seasoning
Equipment
- 1 Bowl
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons Dried Oregano
- 2 teaspoons Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Minced Onion
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried Fennel
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Peppers
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a small bowl and mix until well combined. Place in a sealed container, such as a spice jar, and store in a dry pantry for up to 5 months.
Expert Tips
- Amounts of Seasoning: Add more or less of the seasoning ingredients to your personal tastes.
- More Seasonings: Add a dash of black pepper to your seasoning blend. You can also add parsley, rosemary, and thyme for some extra flavor. To make it spicy, add chipotle or chili to the blend.