Why We Offer More Than One Salt

A Guide to Building Flavor the Clean Living by Judith Raye Way

Discover why Clean Living by Judith Raye offers a curated collection of artisan salts sourced from SaltWorks® — and how each salt brings a unique role to your kitchen, from delicate finishing to bold, smoky, spicy, and aromatic flavor.

Salt Isn’t Just Salt

In most kitchens, salt is treated as a single, everyday ingredient. In ours, it’s a finishing tool, a flavor builder, and a way to highlight what’s already on your plate — not cover it up.

At Clean Living by Judith Raye, we offer more than one salt because different dishes deserve different finishes. A delicate salad doesn’t need the same salt as a sizzling steak. A bowl of citrus shrimp calls for brightness, not smoke. And a roasted vegetable deserves a gentle crunch that wakes up every bite.

Each of our salts has a distinct role, designed to work alongside our artisan spice blends, not compete with them.

Why We Use SaltWorks® Salts

We source our base salts from SaltWorks®, a family-owned company recognized for its traceability, purity standards, and global sourcing of artisan sea salts.

What This Means for Your Kitchen

• Naturally Harvested: Many SaltWorks® salts are sun-evaporated or traditionally harvested, preserving mineral character and crystal structure.

• Clean & Transparent: Their sourcing and quality controls align with our commitment to clean, simple ingredients — no fillers, no anti-caking agents.

• Consistent Crystal Quality: Reliable flake size and texture mean your finishing salt performs the same way every time — from the first pinch to the last.

• Global Artisan Origins: From delicate fleur-style crystals to mineral-rich greys and smoked salts, we can offer a range of finishes without compromising standards.

  
  

We choose SaltWorks® so each jar you open reflects where it came from, how it was harvested, and how it should be used at the table — not just in the pan.

The Clean Living Salt Ritual

Cook. Finish. Awaken. We build flavor during cooking with our handcrafted blends. Then, at the table, we use a finishing salt to lift aroma, add texture, and bring clarity to every bite. This two-step method creates bold, layered flavor without excess salt — the clean kitchen way.

Our Artisan Salt Collection

Fleur de Sel

Flavor Profile: Delicate, crisp, and gently briny.

Best For: Salads, chocolate, caramel, fresh fruit, bread and butter, soft cheeses

How to Use

Always use as a table salt. Let the crystals melt on the tongue for a subtle crunch and a clean finish.

Pairs With: Champagne Vinaigrette • Balsamic Vinaigrette • Everyday Savory Seasoning

French Grey Salt

Flavor Profile: Clean, mineral-rich, softly briny.

Best For: Salads, fish, roasted chicken, tomatoes, simple vegetable dishes

How to Use

Sprinkle lightly over warm dishes or fresh produce to highlight natural flavors rather than dominate them.

Pairs With: Lotus & Leaf™ • Finish With Citrus™ • Herbes de Provence

Applewood Smoked Salt

Flavor Profile: Deep, smoky, and bold.

Best For: Steak, burgers, grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, mushrooms, brisket, tofu

How to Use

Use as a finishing salt, not a cooking salt — a small pinch at the end gives the impression of hours on a wood-fired grill.

Pairs With: Butcher’s Prime Rub • Golden Roast Poultry Rub • Everyday Savory Seasoning

Roasted Garlic Salt

Flavor Profile: Savory, warm, and gently aromatic

Best For: Roasted vegetables, eggs, popcorn, pasta, garlic bread, avocado toast

How to Use

Sprinkle just before serving to add a savory lift without heavy sauces or added fat.

Pairs With: Italian Seasoning • Everyday Savory Seasoning • Herbes de Provence

Sriracha Salt

Flavor Profile: Warm heat with a touch of garlic and tang

Best For: Eggs, roasted vegetables, fries, popcorn, rice bowls, shrimp

How to Use

Add at the end for a gentle kick that doesn’t overwhelm. A little goes a long way.

Pairs With: Essential Mexican Blend™ • Lotus & Leaf™ • Finish With Citrus™

Chipotle Salt

Flavor Profile: Smoky, earthy heat

Best For: Tacos, roasted corn, grilled meats, sweet potatoes, beans

How to Use

Use sparingly as a finishing touch to add depth and warmth without heavy sauces or marinades.

Pairs With: Essential Mexican Blend™ • Butcher’s Prime Rub • Everyday Savory Seasoning

Vanilla Salt

Flavor Profile: Softly sweet, aromatic, and gently floral

Best For: Fresh fruit, chocolate, caramel, baked goods, roasted squash, sweet potatoes

How to Use

Finish desserts or warm vegetables with a tiny pinch to highlight sweetness and add aromatic contrast.

Pairs With: Fleur de Sel • Champagne Vinaigrette • Balsamic Vinaigrette

Thai Ginger Salt™

Flavor Profile: Bright, warm, and aromatic

Best For: Shrimp, chicken, rice bowls, vegetables, coconut soups, citrus-forward dishes

How to Use

Finish dishes at the table to lift aroma and bring a fresh, Southeast Asian-inspired brightness to every bite.

Pairs With: Lotus & Leaf™ • Finish With Citrus™ • Savory Umami Bouillon™

Why This Matters

When you choose the right salt for the right moment, you don’t need more seasoning — you need better seasoning. This is how clean kitchens create meals that feel thoughtful, intentional, and deeply flavorful without being heavy or overworked.