Whole30 Taco Seasoning

This whole30 taco seasoning mix is better than anything you can purchase in the store. You can make it in less than 5 minutes with simple pantry spices. This homemade taco seasoning will elevate all of your favorite Whole30, Keto, and Paleo taco recipes.

This DIY taco seasoning will become a staple in your kitchen. Use it on chicken, beef, or your favorite vegan protein.

Store-bought taco seasoning packets have come a long way. However, even the healthiest of brands contain random ingredients that might not fit into a clean diet.

If you’re following Whole30 or another specialty eating style, making homemade taco seasoning is your best option.

Or this DIY taco seasoning is perfect for those moments when you run out.

We use this taco seasoning recipe on everything. Of course, I use it for taco meat, but I also mix it with crockpot shredded chicken for quick chicken tacos or in these easy beef enchiladas. Sprinkle it on fish tacos or steak fajitas for delicious flavor.

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect for your Whole30, Keto, and Paleo recipe. You control all of the ingredients that go into this healthy taco seasoning. It’s sugar-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free, so it fits into clean eating lifestyles.

Cheaper. Making homemade taco seasoning s less expensive than purchasing store-bought packets. Even when you use the highest quality organic spices! So, it’s cheaper AND healthier!

You can switch it up to meet your tastes. If you like spicier tacos, then add chipotle chili powder or a little cayenne. For a milder seasoning, then leave those spices out.

Super easy to prepare. It takes less than 5 minutes to make homemade taco seasoning. Add all the spices into a mason jar or other airtight container and shake.

Long shelf life. You can make a big batch of taco seasoning and store it in the pantry for up to 4 months or longer.

Ingredients

These are the ingredients I use for my DIY Whole30 taco seasoning. I recommend using high-quality spices for the best flavor. The brands I use and recommend are Simply Organic and the Thrive Market Brand. Both can be purchased online at Thrive Market.

Chili powder – this is the foundation of taco seasoning.

Chiptole chili powder – this is my favorite spice to use when I want to add heat to taco seasoning. It also has a delicious smokey flavor. If you can’t find it, then use a small amount of cayenne pepper.

Ground cumin, ground coriander, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder – this standard spice blend creates a well-balanced flavor to the taco seasoning. Authentic taco seasoning doesn’t use garlic or onion powder, but I think it adds to the taste. If you’re following the Keto diet, then leave the onion powder out.

Paprika – Basic paprika adds a mild note to the taco seasoning. It’s there more for color. For a smokey flavor, substitute Spanish paprika or Smokey Paprika.

Salt and pepper – This recipe is low in added salt but if you’re watching your sodium, then leave the salt out.

easy homemade taco seasoning in a glass jar

Cooking Tips

I use 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning per 1lb of ground meat. You can use more or less depending on the level of flavor and spice you want.

You can switch up the flavors by adding or removing spices. For a milder taco seasoning, reduce or leave out the chipotle chili powder if you want a smokey flavor substitute, Hungarian or Smokey Paprika. For a sweet note, add in a sweet paprika powder.

You can double or triple this taco seasoning recipe. If you use taco seasoning often, then make a big batch to keep in the pantry.

I use 8-ounce mason jars to store homemade spices. As long as they are airtight, you can use any container. You can also use an old glass spice jar; just make sure to label it correctly.

Supplies to make this recipe

How to Make Whole30 Taco Seasoning

step by step instruction on how to make homemade taco seasoning

This taco seasoning is so easy to make, so don’t blink.

Combine all of the ingredients into In a small bowl or container.
Place the lid on tightly and shake.
Use in your favorite Whole30 Mexican-inspired recipes.

How to Use Homemade Taco Seasoning

This DIY taco seasoning isn’t limited to just Whole30 recipes; you can use it in any Mexican-inspired recipe.

I use this seasoning in chicken tacos, beef tacos, pulled pork tacos, and fish tacos. No matter what the protein is, this taco seasoning compliments.

I love using this taco seasoning in Mexican rice, taco mason jar salads, taco supreme pasta, crockpot chicken tacos, or this tasty Mexican chicken soup.

Here are some more healthy Mexican-inspired recipes to use the homemade taco seasoning in:

Trust me; once you try this homemade taco seasoning, you’ll never purchase store-bought again.

How to store this Whole30 Taco Seasoning

Homemade taco seasoning has a long shelf life. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 months.