Anti Inflammatory Balsamic-Rosemary Harissa Orange Marinade
This marinade is a bold, fragrant blend that layers smoky harissa heat with the brightness of fresh orange, the earthiness of rosemary, and the deep tang of balsamic vinegar — all whisked together in one bowl in minutes. Every ingredient here pulls its weight from an anti-inflammatory standpoint: extra virgin olive oil brings heart-healthy polyphenols, garlic and rosemary are loaded with antioxidants, and the spices — cumin, harissa, black pepper — have long been celebrated for their inflammation-fighting properties. The touch of honey and orange zest keep things balanced, rounding out the heat without tipping into sweetness. It comes together fast and keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can marinate chicken or lamb for a weeknight dinner or toss vegetables in it for a roasted side that feels anything but boring. The key tip here is smart: reserve a separate portion before the marinade ever touches raw protein, so you always have a clean, vibrant finishing sauce ready to drizzle. Four servings have never smelled this good.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest, finely grated
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp honey
Ingredient noteAdded sugar is limited on an anti-inflammatory diet. This recipe contains about 1.8 g of added sugar per serving, which is likely acceptable for many following the diet. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Zest and juice the orange, then finely chop the rosemary and mince the garlic.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, orange juice, orange zest, harissa paste, rosemary, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using, until fully combined and emulsified.
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