Breastfeeding Friendly Greek Herb Marinade
Bright, herby, and deeply savory, this Mediterranean-inspired marinade brings serious flavor to whatever protein or vegetable you're working with this week. Olive oil forms the rich base, while fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar add just enough acidity to tenderize and lift. Oregano, thyme, and cumin layer in warmth and complexity, and the optional fresh parsley keeps things vibrant and green. When you're nursing, keeping meals nourishing and genuinely delicious matters — and a marinade built from whole, recognizable ingredients like these is a smart way to add flavor without leaning on processed sauces or mystery additives. Garlic brings its own nutritional punch, and the extra-virgin olive oil delivers healthy fats that support both you and your baby. It comes together in one bowl with just a whisk, and it keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can marinate chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables all week long with almost zero extra effort. Meal prep has rarely smelled this good.
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4 servings
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Can be omittedfresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl and whisk until the mixture looks slightly emulsified and uniform.
- 2
Add the garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk again until all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the oil mixture.
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