Quick Look at this Easy Pot Roast Seasoning
- Ready In: 5 minutes!
- Yield: about 1/3 cup (enough for a 2-3 pound roast)
- Main Ingredients: kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and a variety of dried herbs!
- Dietary Info: Whole30, Paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free
- Why You’ll Love It: Skip those super salty seasoning packets and make your own homemade pot roast seasoning in only 5 minutes with spices already in your cabinet. The best way to bring incredible flavor to any pot roast recipe (like our slow cooker pot roast).
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Key Ingredients + Substitutions
Be sure to see the recipe card below for a full listing of ingredients, instructions, and estimated nutritional information.
- Kosher Salt – if you plan to use table salt, cut the amount in half otherwise it will be way too salty.
- Garlic Powder and Onion Powder – option to use smoked versions of each to bring a slightly smokey flavor to your roast.
- Dried Herbs – they give a pot roast those great earthy flavors that really elevate it to the next level.
How To Make Pot Roast Seasoning
Step 1 – Mix all of the ingredients together.
Step 2 – Use the seasoning in any pot roast recipe.
Best Ways To Use Pot Roast Seasoning
This quick and easy seasoning can be used in any of your favorite pot roast recipes. We absolutely love our Dutch Oven Pot Roast or Slow Cooker Pot Roast. Either one will give the whole family a delicious dinner!
Storage
Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months. It can still be used after 6 months but the flavors might be a little muted.
Pot Roast Seasoning FAQs
This recipe yields 1/3 cup once it is all mixed together and this is perfect for a 2-3 pound pot roast. Option to mix more or use less depending on the size of roast.
Checkout this great guide to beef roasts for guidance.
This homemade seasoning can be stored in an airtight container in the cupboard for up to 6 months.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme leaves
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
Instructions
- Combine: In a small bowl, add 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme leaves, 1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley flakes, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried oregano leaves, and ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram. Stir to combine.
- Use: Enjoy in your favorite pot roast recipe – we love our slow cooker pot roast recipe!
Notes
- Sweetness: if you want to add some sweetness, feel free to add in about a 1/4 cup coconut sugar for a paleo option!
- Yield: makes approx. 1/3 cup.
Featured Comment
Linda commented: “This is lovely and perfect and easy for company. My husband gobbled it up especially with the potatoes and gravy. ❤️ ★★★★★”