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How to Make Chive Blossom Salt at Home

How to Make Chive Blossom Salt at Home: A Simple Craft for Flavorful Cooking


  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 2–4 days (drying time)
  • Yield: 1.5 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A fragrant, floral finishing salt made with chive blossoms and lemon zest—perfect for elevating everyday dishes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup coarse sea salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh chive blossoms, gently torn
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. In a cozy bowl, combine the sea salt, torn chive blossoms, and lemon zest.
  2. Mix everything gently until it’s all well blended and fragrant.
  3. Spread the mixture in a thin layer on a parchment-lined tray.
  4. Let it dry at room temperature for 2–4 days, or until it’s fully dry.
  5. If you’re in a hurry, you can dry it in a low oven at 170°F for 1–2 hours—just make sure to check on it often.
  6. Once your salt is dry and heavenly, store it in an airtight jar.
  7. Use it as a finishing salt to elevate eggs, meats, salads, or roasted veggies.

Notes

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Use within 6 months for best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Infused Salt
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 tsp
  • Calories: 0
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: chive blossom salt, lemon salt, infused salt, homemade salt, edible flowers