Description
A vibrant blend of fresh basil and sea salt that enhances the flavors of any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the lowest setting (usually around 170°F or 75°C).
- Wash the fresh basil leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or insects.
- Dry the basil leaves using a salad spinner or by gently patting them with a clean kitchen towel.
- Spread the basil leaves on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and leave it for about 30–60 minutes, checking occasionally until the leaves are dry but not browned.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the basil cool completely.
- Combine the dried basil and sea salt in a food processor.
- Pulse the mixture until the basil is finely chopped and well mixed with the salt.
- Transfer the Basil Salt to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Ensure the basil is dry before mixing with salt to prevent clumping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg