Citrus Marinade
Infuse your meals with vibrant, zesty flavor using this easy Citrus Marinade—a refreshing blend of freshly squeezed orange, lemon, and lime juices paired with olive oil, soy sauce, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. The addition of minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili flakes adds depth and a subtle kick, while fresh cilantro ties it all together with an herby finish. Perfect for marinating chicken, seafood, or vegetables, this versatile recipe elevates any dish in just 10 minutes of prep time. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this marinade guarantees a balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to create an emulsion.
Stir in the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili flakes.
Add the chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Add your choice of protein or vegetables, ensuring they are fully coated in the marinade.
Cover the dish or seal the bag, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours, depending on the protein or vegetables being used.
Remove the food from the marinade before cooking and discard any used marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.9 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 533 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% | |
*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.
