Greek Oregano Marinade for Fish
Elevate your seafood dishes with this zesty and aromatic Greek Oregano Marinade for Fish—a quick and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for Mediterranean cuisine lovers. This marinade blends the fruity richness of extra virgin olive oil with the tangy brightness of fresh lemon juice and red wine vinegar, while garlic and a duo of fresh and dried oregano add layers of herbaceous depth. A touch of honey balances the acidity, creating a perfectly rounded flavor profile that enhances any white fish like cod, sea bass, or snapper. Ready in just 10 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated marinade not only infuses your fish with vibrant Greek-inspired flavors but ensures tender, flaky results when grilled, baked, or pan-seared. Ideal for a light yet satisfying meal, serve your marinated fish with fresh oregano sprigs and lemon wedges for an elegant finishing touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Fish fillets (e.g., cod, sea bass, or snapper)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, freshly chopped oregano, dried oregano, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together until the marinade is emulsified and well blended.
Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
Pour the marinade over the fish, making sure each piece is evenly coated.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or seal the bag and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes. Do not marinate for longer than 30 minutes as the acidity may begin to 'cook' the fish.
Remove the fish from the marinade and cook using your preferred method, such as grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Discard the used marinade.
Serve the fish fresh out of the pan or oven, garnished with extra fresh oregano and lemon wedges for a bright finishing touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.5 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2604 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1348 mg | 29% | |
*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.
