Pregnancy Friendly Citrus-Garlic Marinade

Bright citrus, warming ginger, and fragrant herbs come together in this vibrant marinade that makes chicken, pork, or fish taste like something from a proper restaurant kitchen. Every ingredient here is whole and fresh — no bottled sauces, no mystery preservatives, just real food you can feel good about. The combination of orange juice, lemon, and lemon zest gives it a lively acidity, while garlic, ginger, and turmeric add depth and a gentle anti-inflammatory boost that many people find especially appealing during pregnancy. Fresh thyme and rosemary round everything out with an herby, almost Mediterranean quality that pairs beautifully with whatever protein you choose. The instructions are careful to keep raw protein separate from any marinade you'd want to use as a sauce — an important food safety detail that matters even more when you're eating for two. A drizzle of raw honey is optional but adds just enough sweetness to balance the citrus without tipping into sugary territory. Whisk it together in minutes, stash it in the fridge, and you've got a flavor-packed marinade ready to go for up to three days of easy, nourishing meals.

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