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This fabulous Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt blend is a magical seasoning with an intoxicating aroma that transforms everything from ordinary to extraordinarily delicious. It's like taking a culinary journey to Italy!
A while back I noticed that my daughter, Cait had a little jar of seasoning on her counter, near the stove. Being a little quite nosy when it comes to anything culinary, I picked it up and saw that the label was written in Italian, Sale Marino alle Erbe Toscane (Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt).
So fragrant and delicious!
I opened the cover and took a sniff... oh my! The aroma was heavenly and if I closed my eyes, I found myself transported to a sunny Tuscan hillside with wild rosemary and sage growing all around, the brilliantly azure Mediterranean sparkling in the distance.
I tried it on scrambled eggs and the flavor was fabulous. Next, it went on chicken, then steak and pretty soon I began sprinkling it on everything as it just seemed to enhance the flavor of whatever it touched.
I knew that I needed this magical seasoning in my life. I checked online and although Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt is available, it's quite pricey for a small jar or bag. I decided to try to make my own and, with a bit of experimenting, I think I've come quite close to the original. 🙌
How to make Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt
Although you could probably make this Tuscan Herbed Sea by hand, it's easiest with a food processor. How does it work? Simply gather a handful of fresh rosemary and sage. Those are the main ingredients, although I like to also add a few sprigs of oregano, parsley and thyme along with a few cloves of garlic. Run your knife through the herbs to nicely chop them (this makes it easer to get an accurate measurement) then combine the herbs and a small portion of the fine sea salt in a food processor.
Pulse, pulse, pulse and let the processor finely chop everything to a fine sandy green consistency. Add a few cloves of garlic and pulse again till finely ground. Then combine this fragrant herby mixture with more fine sea salt and a scoop of black pepper on a sheet pan. Pretend you're back in the sandbox and mix the salt herb mixture with your hands till well combined (the fragrance is amazing!). Place the sheet pan in the oven for 30 minutes, then turn off the oven and let it all cool. That's it! So easy... so delicious!
A fun gift that any cook will love
I've already given away a bunch of this Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt and I'm about to make a new batch, as I'm running low. It makes a wonderful hostess gift and a special treat for neighbors, friends, teachers, hairdressers... anyone who enjoys cooking. We've created a pretty label to make jars of this Tuscan Sea Salt really pretty and we're happy to share a PDF for the free printable labels.
Just scroll to the bottom of this post and leave a comment in the comment box letting us know that you'd like to receive the labels. We'll send them to you via email along with instructions for printing and links for the jars pictured in the post.
Don't wait!
So, RUN to the store (and/or out to your herb garden). Pick up some fine sea salt and fresh herbs. You definitely want this Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt in your life. Once you start using it, you'll want to sprinkle it on EVERYTHING. Plus, it's a really inexpensive way to take a trip to Italy!
Café Tips for making this Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt (Sale alle Erbe)
- I love the pretty jars pictured above with cork lids for gifting this Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt. The seasoning blend stays nice and fresh but it's really easy to open up quickly when cooking. In addition to the cork lid, the order includes a plastic lid which is great if you want to use them for yogurt or salad dressing or sauces.
- If you don't have an herb garden and/or don't want to buy a variety of herbs for this recipe, just use rosemary, sage (and the garlic and pepper). Those are the primary herbs used for Tuscan seasoning.
- Be sure to use fine sea salt. The herbs will not blend as nicely with a coarse ground salt. I like to use either Morton or Alessi Fine Mediterranean Sea Salt which I can find at my local grocery store, although there are other nice fine Mediterranean sea salts available elsewhere.
- Although you will use a food processor to finely chop the herbs in this recipe, it's important to roughly chop them with a knife before measuring. This not only makes the measuring more accurate, it also keeps the food processor blades from getting stuck with the herbs.
- I use my mini food processor to make this Tuscan Herb Sea Salt. I really love this little kitchen workhorse. It's reasonably priced, easy to get out, doesn't take up much storage space, works GREAT and the parts go right into the dishwasher for cleaning. A regular size food processor will also work.
- It's not necessary but I like to use my kitchen scale to make this seasoning salt. I've included the measurements in grams and cups/tablespoons below.
- Although I love freshly ground black pepper, I don't use that in this recipe. It's better to use a finely ground black pepper as it will be distributed better throughout the seasoning mixture and it makes for a prettier presentation.
Thought for the day:
And I saw a mighty angel proclaiming in a loud voice,
"Who is worthy to break the seals and open the scroll?"
But no one in heaven or on earth or under the earth
could open the scroll or even look inside it.
I wept and wept because no one was found
who was worthy to open the scroll or look inside.
Then one of the elders said to me,
"Do not weep! See, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed.
He is able to open the scroll and its seven seals."
Then I saw a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain, standing in the center of the throne,
encircled by the four living creatures and the elders.
He had seven horns and seven eyes,
which are the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth.
He came and took the scroll from the right hand of Him who sat on the throne.
And when He had taken it,
the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb.
Each one had a harp and they were holding golden bowls full of incense,
which are the prayers of the saints.
And they sang a new song:
"You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because You were slain,
and with Your blood, You purchased men for God
from every tribe and language and people and nation.
Revelation 5:2-9
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Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chopped fresh rosemary leaves, 12g
- ¼ cup chopped fresh sage leaves, 5g
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves, 3g
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves, 1g
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves, 1 g
- 17-18 ounces fine Mediterranean sea salt, 500g or right around 2 cups (I use Morton or Alessi fine Mediterranean Sea Salt)
- 2 medium garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fine ground black pepper, 2.3g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200˚F. Set aside a 12x18-inch sheet pan.
- Combine all of the chopped herbs in the bowl of a food processor (I use my mini food processor). Add ¼ cup of the fine sea salt. Pulse until everything is finely chopped and the consistency is like slightly damp sand.
- Add the garlic cloves and pulse again until the garlic is invisible and well incorporated. The texture at this point will be more like wet sand.
- Combine the remaining fine sea salt and the herb mixture on the 12x18-inch sheet pan. Be sure to scrape out all the good herb stuff from the sides and bottom of the food processor bowl. Add the pepper and, using your hands, mix until well combined. It should be a pretty green color at this point.
- Place in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Turn off the oven, allowing the mixture to cool and continue to dry out for another 30-60 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- Rub the mixture with your hands to break up any lumps. Any smaller lumps can be crushed with the back of a spoon. Transfer to airtight storage jars when completely cooled. Sprinkle it on everything (well, maybe not ice cream or brownies!).
Heidi Janous says
I love the jarred sea salt idea for holiday gifts. Would you kindly send me the printable PDF for the labels?
Thank you! I LOVE your website and all your recipes and ideas!
Merry Christmas!
Heidi Janous
Chris Scheuer says
Sending them your way, Heidi!
Cathy R says
The recipe sounds like a fun different gift to give. I would like to receive the free printable labels as well! Thank you
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Cathy!
Marjie says
Hi, can you send me the label for the sea salt recipe? Sounds fantastic.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Marjie!
Pam says
I would love the free labels for this amazing salt I made
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Pam!
Julie says
I would love to make these for gifts and would like a copy of the tag.
Thank you!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Julie!
Deb says
going to make this lovely salt. Can you send me lables? please
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Deb!
Debra Smiley says
I am going to make this recipe for Christmas gifts. I would like the label pdf and link to the jars please. Thanks so much for all of your wonderful recipes!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Debra!
Maria says
My mouth is watering! Thank you for your recipe and sharing the label!
Chris Scheuer says
Enjoy, Maria!
Val Russell says
Could you please forward me the information: labels and jar information for the Tuscan Herbed Sea Salt?
I am Pete and Patti Scheuer’s neighbor in Scottsdale AZ. Patti made me a jar and it’s 5 stars!! Patti introduced me to your website and I follow you on Instagram. I’ve tried several of your recipes and love them!!
I hope we have the opportunity to meet one day!
Thank you
Val Russell
Chris Scheuer says
That's great, Val! So nice to "meet" you! We will send the labels your way. We would love to meet you when we come to Phoenix!
melody says
OH good grief! I printed your recipe way back in the spring, but neglected to ask you for the gorgeous label you so graciously offered. (I even ordered the jars in June so I would have everything ready for making Christmas gifts...) I would appreciate it if you were able to send me the labels when you have a chance.
Thank you!
Melody
Chris Scheuer says
Happy to send them your way, Melody 🙂
Anita Horner says
Your sea salt is heavenly. My daughter made me some and now I want to make it for my friends.
Thank you for sharing your labels.
Chris Scheuer says
Thank you, Anita!
Danna says
I am anxious to try this recipe as it sounds so delicious. My plan is to give to my neighbors , hair stylist, etc. for Christmas. I would so appreciate the labels and if possible info on where I can find the jars that you have pictured.
I love your site and the fact of your Christianity for all to see.
We need more people like you in our world.
God Bless
Chris Scheuer says
Thank you, Danna! Just emailed all that info to you. Enjoy!
Karyn says
I’m excited to make this for Christmas gifts, and would love the labels. Thanks so much!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Karyn!
Kathie says
Hi, lm excited to make this. I would love the link for the labels please!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Kathie!
Barbara Burnham says
I would like to have the printable labels. I am making this for my neighbors and family for Christmas gifts. I love your site and all of the recipes that I have tried have been awesome. Thank you for loving food and sharing with us,
Chris Scheuer says
Thank you, Barbara! 💕 We will send the labels.
Michele says
Sounds scrumptious! Please send along labels.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Michele!
Carolyn King says
I would like to receive your beautiful labels for this delicious looking herb salt. I am making for Christmas gifts. I enjoy reading your inspirational thoughts of the day. They are uplifting.
Thank you.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Carolyn!
Beth says
I’m very interested in trying your receipt for Tuscan Sea Salt. Please share the link for printing labels and for purchasing the bottles.
Thank you!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Beth!
Southerner Forever says
I must be in the mood for getting a head start on some holiday gifts from the kitchen, Chris! And who better to turn to than you and your fabulous recipes? May I have these labels as well? Kathy
Chris Scheuer says
Of course, Kathy!
Cheryl says
May I have a copy of your labels for the Tuscan Herber Sea Salt? These will be family Christmas gifts. I just love your recipes, notes and posts! Thanks you so much!
Chris Scheuer says
Sending them your way, Cheryl!
Dana says
Hi! I’d love the beautiful labels to
Make these as gifts!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Dana!
Barb says
Chris
Can’t wait to try this recipe, would love the labels, these are going to make fabulous gifts with the holidays coming up
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Barb!
Rebecca Hartwell says
Chris,
I would love to receive the beautiful labels. I just ordered the glass jars with cork lids and can’t wait to make the recipe. Any tips on the decorative cord?
Thanks!
Rebecca
Chris Scheuer says
Hi Rebecca, there's a link in the email 🙂 Just sent them your way!
Rosemary Thuet says
I would like to received the pdf for the Tuscan salt
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Rosemary!
Beverly says
Just made it with my end of the season herbs, purchased the suggested bottles off Amazon - now all I need is the labels👏
Smells wonderful! I am truly excited about this!!Thank you,
sincerely Bev
Chris Scheuer says
That's great, Bev! We will send the labels your way.
Holly says
Hello love your beautiful lables will you please send me the file ?
Thanks So Much
Holly
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Holly!