Lemon Pepper Seasoning

By
Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches is a grilling and barbecue expert. He has written two cookbooks.
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Updated on 01/13/22
Lemon Pepper Seasoning Recipe

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Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 10 mins
Servings: 200 servings
Yield: 2 cups
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
2 Calories
0g Fat
0g Carbs
0g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 200
Amount per serving
Calories 2
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 0mg 2%
Calcium 4mg 0%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 10mg 0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

Lemon pepper is a popular ingredient in many recipes. It is perfect on chicken, a burger, or pasta. Problem is, it can sometimes be difficult to find lemon pepper seasoning in the grocery store. Or maybe you just want to make up your own batch because it's better than what you buy in the store. This easy recipe is a great way to start making the kinds of seasonings you want, specifically formulated for your tastes.

Ingredients

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

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  2. Combine all ingredients in a spice grinder or a clean coffee grinder. Ideally, you'll want a coarse grind, so do not grind into a fine powder.

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  3. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. The lemon pepper seasoning will retain its flavor for up to six months.

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How to Use Lemon Pepper Seasoning

Use this mixture for marinades. For smaller items like four chicken breasts, use 2 tablespoons of mixture with the juice of 1 large lemon and 1/4 cup of oil. Double recipe for a whole chicken, etc.