Pistachio Free Citrus-Garlic Marinade

Bright citrus, punchy garlic, and a warm hit of turmeric come together in this marinade that makes just about any protein taste like it came from a serious kitchen. Fresh orange and lemon juice form the tangy backbone, while grated ginger and woody herbs like thyme and rosemary layer in real complexity. A drizzle of raw honey is optional, but it adds just enough sweetness to balance the acidity and help with caramelization on the grill or in the pan. The whole thing comes together with a quick whisk — no blender, no special equipment, just a bowl and about two minutes of your time. It works beautifully on chicken, pork, or fish, and since it keeps in the fridge for up to three days, you can make a batch ahead and have dinner halfway done before the week even starts. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-reading stress or worrying about what's hiding in a store-bought bottle. This is the kind of simple, from-scratch recipe that quietly becomes a weeknight staple.

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