Lemon Herb Marinade for Meat Seafood or Vegetables
Elevate your culinary creations with this zesty and versatile Lemon Herb Marinade, perfect for infusing vibrant flavor into meat, seafood, or vegetables. This quick and easy marinade combines the sunny brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest with fragrant herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary, complemented by a touch of sweetness from honey and a subtle tang from Dijon mustard. A hint of red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while garlic and extra virgin olive oil ensure a rich, aromatic base. Ready in just 10 minutes, this marinade effortlessly enhances your grilling, roasting, or sautéing, delivering bold, herbaceous flavors that are sure to impress. Ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, it's the perfect way to bring fresh, Mediterranean-inspired taste to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary leaves (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, and rosemary to the bowl.
Stir in the honey and Dijon mustard to create a slightly sweet and tangy base.
Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for seasoning.
Add the lemon zest and stir the marinade until all ingredients are well combined.
Transfer the marinade to a glass jar or airtight container if not using immediately.
To use, pour the marinade over your choice of meat, seafood, or vegetables. Ensure the ingredients are evenly coated.
Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 2 hours for seafood or vegetables, or 2 to 6 hours for meat, depending on your preference.
When ready to cook, remove the marinated items from the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before grilling, roasting, or sautéing as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.3 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2484 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 190 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.
