# Basil Lemon Salt

A bright and flavorful finishing herb salt that is delicious on fish, grilled meats, chicken, and roasted vegetables.

- Category: Side
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 3 cup basil leaf, washed and de-stemmed
- 3/4 - 1 cup flaky sea salt
- 1 whole lemon zest

## Instructions

1. Wash and de-stem the basil leaves and dry them thoroughly in a colander or cloth.
2. Add the basil and salt to a blender or food processor and blend until a light, damp mixture forms.
3. Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it into an even, thin layer.
4. Preheat your oven to 225°F and dry the salt mixture for 30-40 minutes, ensuring it is completely dry.
5. Place the dried mixture back into a blender or food processor and blend for a few seconds until fine.
6. Transfer the finished salt to a spice jar for storage.

## Equipment

- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- blender
- food processor
- oven
- colander

## Tips

- You can use kosher salt or Himalayan salt as an alternative to flaky sea salt.
- The salt has a shelf life of up to 1 year.
- You can use an oven or a dehydrator to dry the salt.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/19UWFLRoQE/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Creator: BareseBites
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/4dfff300-c1c8-464b-9962-a7d2359f593d
- Extracted: 2026-09-06

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