Mediterranean Diet Friendly Citrus-Garlic Marinade
Bright citrus, pungent garlic, and a hit of fresh herbs come together in a marinade that makes whatever you're cooking taste like it came from a sun-drenched Mediterranean kitchen. Fresh orange and lemon juice form the tangy backbone, while extra-virgin olive oil brings that rich, fruity depth that's practically a cornerstone of this style of eating. Grated ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth and gorgeous golden color without overwhelming the other flavors. Fresh thyme and rosemary keep things aromatic and herbaceous — no dried spice packets needed. A drizzle of raw honey is entirely optional, but it rounds out the acidity beautifully if you want a touch of sweetness. This marinade works beautifully on chicken, pork, or fish, and since it comes together with a quick whisk in one bowl, there's almost no cleanup standing between you and a seriously flavorful meal. Make a batch at the start of the week and keep it in the fridge — it holds for up to three days and does all the heavy lifting for you.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 medium orange)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the orange and lemon into a small bowl, then finely grate the lemon zest directly into the bowl.
- 2
Add the olive oil, garlic, ginger, thyme, rosemary, turmeric, and salt to the citrus mixture. Add the honey, if using.
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