Anti Inflammatory Cilantro-Lime Balsamic Rosemary Marinade
This bright, herby marinade is built on a foundation of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime, and a generous handful of cilantro — ingredients that pull serious double duty by delivering bold flavor and genuine anti-inflammatory benefits. Balsamic vinegar and raw honey add just enough depth and sweetness to balance the citrus, while fresh rosemary, garlic, and cumin round everything out with warmth and complexity. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with a whisk, making it one of the easiest ways to upgrade chicken, fish, or vegetables on a weeknight. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you're not navigating a label for hidden additives or refined oils — just clean, purposeful components working together. It makes enough to coat a full meal for four, and since it keeps in the fridge for up to three days, you can mix a batch ahead and have dinner halfway done before you even turn on the stove. The citrus and herb aroma alone will make your kitchen smell incredible.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 large lime)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp raw 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.
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Zest the lime directly into a small bowl, then squeeze in the juice. Add the balsamic vinegar, honey, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using, and whisk until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2
Add the minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and minced rosemary, then drizzle in the olive oil while whisking steadily until the marinade is cohesive and the oil is evenly incorporated.
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