Lime Herb Rub
Add a burst of vibrant flavor to your dishes with this zesty Lime Herb Rub, a perfect blend of fresh herbs, citrus, and aromatic spices! Featuring the zesty brightness of lime, the earthy tones of parsley, thyme, and oregano, and the bold kick of garlic, paprika, and cumin, this versatile seasoning mix is ideal for elevating meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make rub captures the balance of fresh and dried ingredients for maximum flavor. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this Lime Herb Rub is your go-to secret for adding a dash of gourmet flair to any meal. Perfectly suited for meal preppers, you can store it for up to three days to have a quick seasoning solution on hand!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Lime zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, and oregano). Finely chop them and set aside.
Use a microplane or fine grater to zest a lime, ensuring you only grate the green outer peel and avoid the white pith. Measure out 2 teaspoons of lime zest.
In a small bowl, combine the lime zest, chopped parsley, thyme, and oregano.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the herb mixture.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined.
Use the Lime Herb Rub immediately to season meat, seafood, or vegetables, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
46 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 605 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 247 mg | 5% | |
*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.
