Homemade Rosemary Salt Recipe (Easy & Fragrant)

If your rosemary plant just keeps on giving, this easy and aromatic rosemary salt recipe is the perfect way to make the most of your harvest. It’s simple to make, smells heavenly, and makes a beautiful homemade gift for friends and family, just like my homemade coffee sugar scrub or homemade lip scrub.

Package this rosemary salt into small mason jars with a printable gift tag — a lovely idea if you want to try your hand at homemade gifts this year.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• So easy to make — only two ingredients!
• Elevates any dish with a gourmet touch.
• Affordable and sustainable — uses what you already have in the garden.
• Makes a thoughtful homemade gift for the holidays or any occasion.
• Long shelf life — stores beautifully for months.

Oven-Drying Instructions for Fresh Rosemary

If you’re using fresh rosemary, you’ll need to dry it first, so your salt doesn’t clump.

Here’s how:

1. Preheat your oven to 90°C / 200°F (low and slow).
2. Spread rosemary leaves on a lined baking tray in a single layer.
3. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the leaves are dry and crumbly.
4. Let cool completely before mixing with salt.

Tip: You can also air-dry rosemary sprigs by hanging them upside down in a cool, dry space for 1–2 weeks. I like to use these to air-dry my herbs.

How to Make Rosemary Salt

1. Add your salt and dried rosemary to a clean, dry glass jar with a tight lid.
2. Label and store in a cool, dark spot.

How do I turn rosemary salt into a homemade gift?

Homemade rosemary salt makes such a thoughtful and inexpensive gift — perfect for Christmas, housewarmings, or “just because.” If you love gifting handmade, you might also enjoy my Homemade Coffee Sugar Scrub or browse through my Homemade Gift Ideas Roundup for more inspiration.

Here’s how to package it up beautifully:

• Spoon your salt into small mason jars or repurposed spice jars.
• Tie a ribbon or baker’s twine around the lid.
• Add a gift tag (I’ve created printable ones you can use!).
• For an extra sweet touch, attach a mini wooden spoon or pair it with a bottle of homemade olive oil.

How to Use Rosemary Salt

This salt instantly elevates everyday dishes. Try it on:

• Crispy roast potatoes (my personal favourite!)
• To season roast chicken or lamb before cooking
• Roasted vegetables, like pumpkin or carrots
• Scrambled or fried eggs
• Homemade focaccia or bread

Storage

Keep in an airtight jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. If it ever clumps, give it a quick stir.

What salt should I use?

A good-quality salt makes all the difference. I love using sea salt for its texture and clean flavour, but Kosher salt works beautifully too. If you prefer a finer blend, just pop the sea salt into a food processor for a few quick pulses. You can even mix the two together for a lovely combination of textures — a little rustic, a little refined.