Celery Free Cilantro-Lime Turmeric Marinade
Bright, punchy, and deeply aromatic, this marinade layers fresh lime, golden turmeric, and fragrant cilantro into something that makes proteins and vegetables genuinely exciting. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to find, which is a relief when you're scanning labels and trying to avoid hidden fillers or plant-based additives that can sneak into store-bought marinades. The whisk-together method means it comes together in minutes with no special equipment required. Turmeric gives it that gorgeous golden hue while cumin adds a warm, earthy backbone — and the optional cayenne and honey let you dial the heat and sweetness exactly where you want them. It works beautifully on chicken, shrimp, tofu, or even thick-cut vegetables before they hit the grill or oven. Make a batch at the start of the week and the flavors only get better as it sits in the fridge, ready to transform whatever you're cooking next.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Zest and juice the limes directly into a small bowl, catching any seeds.
- 2
Add the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Add the cayenne and honey, if using. Whisk until the oil and lime juice are fully combined and the mixture looks uniform.
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