Lemon Herb Garlic Marinade
Elevate your cooking with this zesty and aromatic Lemon Herb Garlic Marinade! Bursting with fresh flavors, this easy-to-make marinade combines the bright tang of lemon juice and zest with the earthy depth of fresh parsley, thyme, and rosemary. A touch of honey and Dijon mustard adds a subtle sweetness and complexity, while minced garlic and black pepper bring a delicious kick. Perfect for marinating chicken, seafood, vegetables, or tofu, this versatile marinade infuses your dishes with vibrant, herbaceous notes in just minutes. With a prep time of only 10 minutes, it's a quick and flavorful way to take your meals to the next level. Whisk up a batch and have your taste buds savoring every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, add olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Whisk in the minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh thyme leaves, and fresh rosemary until well combined.
Add Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper, and whisk again until the mixture is fully emulsified.
Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning as needed (more salt, pepper, or a touch of honey for sweetness).
Use immediately to marinate your desired protein or vegetables, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
For best results, marinate your chosen ingredient for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours, depending on desired intensity of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1304 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 206 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.
