Seeds Free Citrus-Garlic Marinade
Bright citrus, pungent garlic, and warm turmeric come together in a marinade that makes chicken, pork, or fish taste like something you'd order at a restaurant. The combination of fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and lemon zest gives it a layered acidity that balances beautifully with the richness of extra-virgin olive oil and the heat of fresh ginger. A handful of fragrant herbs — thyme and rosemary — round everything out and make the whole kitchen smell incredible while you whisk it together. For anyone navigating a seeds-free lifestyle, marinades can be a minefield of hidden sesame, poppy, or mustard seed lurking in store-bought bottles. This one is built entirely from fresh produce, herbs, spices, and pantry staples, so you know exactly what's going in. The optional drizzle of raw honey adds a subtle sweetness that helps the marinade caramelize beautifully on the grill or in the oven. It comes together in under a minute and keeps in the fridge for up to three days, so you can prep ahead and have a flavor-packed weeknight dinner ready to go whenever you need it.
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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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