Marinade for Grilled Meats and or Veggies
Elevate your grilling game with this versatile and flavor-packed marinade, perfect for meats or veggies. Featuring a harmonious blend of olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and a touch of honey, this marinade strikes the ideal balance between savory, tangy, and sweet. Aromatic garlic, fragrant oregano, and a smoky kick of paprika infuse every bite, while fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this marinade not only tenderizes but also enhances your ingredients’ natural flavors, delivering juicy, caramelized perfection on the grill. Whether you're preparing chicken, steak, tofu, or seasonal vegetables, this recipe will bring bold and delicious flavors to your next barbecue. Perfect for summer cookouts and weeknight dinners alike, it’s your go-to marinade for unforgettable grilled dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and honey until well combined.
Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the bowl. Whisk again to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Stir in the freshly chopped parsley and water for added freshness and to slightly dilute the marinade.
Place your choice of meat or vegetables in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate and let marinate for at least 1 hour, or up to 12 hours for a more intense flavor.
Remove the meat or vegetables from the marinade and discard the leftover liquid before grilling.
Grill the marinated items over medium-high heat until fully cooked, turning occasionally for even charring and caramelization.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.0 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2319 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 530 mg | 11% | |
*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.
