Citrus Honey Marinade
Brighten up your dishes with this zesty and irresistibly sweet Citrus Honey Marinade, a quick and versatile recipe that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of freshly squeezed orange, lemon, and lime juices, this marinade is perfectly balanced with the natural sweetness of honey and the richness of olive oil. A hint of garlic, smoky paprika, and earthy cumin add depth, while a touch of black pepper and optional fresh cilantro lend bold, herbaceous notes. Ideal for marinating chicken, fish, shrimp, or vegetables, this citrusy blend tenderizes your ingredients while infusing them with a deliciously tangy and aromatic kick. Perfect for grilling, baking, or sautéing, this easy homemade marinade will elevate your meals to summer-ready perfection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice.
Add the honey and olive oil to the bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
If desired, add the freshly chopped cilantro for an extra layer of flavor and mix well.
Use the marinade immediately by pouring it over your chosen protein or vegetables. Ensure that the food is evenly coated.
For best results, let the food marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours. Avoid marinating for more than 24 hours, as the acidity from the citrus can start to break down the texture of the food.
Discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw proteins to prevent cross-contamination.
Cook your marinated food using your preferred method (grill, bake, sauté, etc.) and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.9 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2370 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 427 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
