Herbed Lemon Marinade
Brighten up your dishes with this zesty and aromatic Herbed Lemon Marinade, a vibrant blend of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil, perfectly balanced with minced garlic, honey, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, rosemary, and thyme. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile marinade infuses juicy citrus and earthy herbaceous flavors into chicken, fish, or vegetables, making it ideal for grilling, roasting, or sautéing. With a hint of sweetness and a pop of black pepper, this easy-to-make marinade is a must-have for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Try it today for a homemade burst of flavor that takes your cooking to gourmet levels!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil.
Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, rosemary, and thyme to the bowl.
Stir in the honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined.
Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or honey to balance flavors).
Use immediately to marinate chicken, fish, or vegetables, or transfer the marinade to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.2 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 179 mg | 4% | |
*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.
