Fresh Seasoning Ideas to Inspire Your Next Spring Blend

As brands explore new flavor opportunities for the spring season, many are looking for lighter, brighter profiles that still feel familiar and versatile. The blends below highlight a few examples of spring-inspired concepts our team can help bring to life. Each one represents the kind of custom seasoning we develop in partnership with our customers — always tailored, always unique, and always built around your specific application, nutrition goals, and clean-label needs.

Our R&D team collaborates closely with partners through ideation sessions and application testing to create fully customized flavor systems, whether you’re refreshing an existing product or seeking an entirely new culinary direction.

Lemon Thyme & White Balsamic

This elevated take on a classic lemon-herb profile combines citrus and thyme with the gentle sweetness of white balsamic powder. It performs well across marinades, rubs, grain kits, and snack applications.

Behind the Blend:

White balsamic adds depth and balance while supporting clean-label formulation needs — an area our R&D team often explores during ideation sessions with partners looking for lighter, fresher flavor systems.

Flavor Notes:

Bright citrus, soft herbs, and a smooth, rounded acidity.

Chive, Garlic & Green Peppercorn

Fresh chive and garlic deliver familiarity, while green peppercorn contributes a subtle floral heat that distinguishes this blend from standard pepper-forward seasonings. It’s versatile for poultry, vegetables, sauces, and prepared meal components.

Behind the Blend:

Green peppercorn offers an aromatic lift that aligns well with current better-for-you culinary trends, especially when brands are seeking bold flavor without relying on heavy spices.

Flavor Notes:

Savory, aromatic, and gently peppery with a clean finish.

Honey Butter Herb Seasoning

A balanced sweet–savory blend that pairs honey powder with soft herbs for a warm yet approachable flavor. It works well for roasted vegetables, poultry, breaded items, and snack coatings.

Behind the Blend:

This profile supports a wide range of product development goals, including cleaner ingredient decks and sustainable flavor systems that rely on simple, recognizable components.

Flavor Notes:

Soft sweetness, mild herbs, and a lightly warm finish.

Citrus Parsley “Garden Bright” Blend (with Merisal® Salt)

Parsley takes center stage in this bright, green seasoning supported by lemon, orange peel, garlic, and coriander. Incorporating Merisal® Salt helps reduce sodium while preserving flavor integrity — a natural fit for brands focusing on balanced nutrition.

Behind the Blend:

Herb-forward blends like this often arise from co-creation work in our R&D lab, where partners explore clean, fresh profiles that support better-for-you positioning without compromising taste.

Flavor Notes:

Zesty, herbal, and vibrant with a clean mineral finish.

Herb & Citrus Shallot Blend

Shallot, parsley, chive, and citrus come together for a light, aromatic seasoning that suits vegetables, seafood, poultry, salads, and grain-based dishes.

Behind the Blend:

This profile aligns well with brands seeking versatility and sustainable ingredient solutions, offering brightness and depth while keeping the overall flavor system streamlined.

Flavor Notes:

Delicate shallot, fresh herbs, and a crisp citrus lift.

Partner With Our R&D Team

Whether you’re reformulating for lower sodium, exploring cleaner ingredient options, or planning seasonal innovation, our R&D team collaborates through hands-on ideation sessions, custom seasoning development, and application testing to bring your flavor concepts to life.

Looking to explore new seasoning ideas? Contact us to get started.