Paraben Free Greek Herb Marinade
Bright, garlicky, and deeply aromatic, this Mediterranean-inspired marinade brings together extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a warm blend of oregano, thyme, and cumin into something that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did. Every ingredient is straightforward and recognizable, which matters a lot when you're trying to avoid the synthetic preservatives and additives that sneak into so many store-bought marinades and condiment blends. Parabens are commonly used as preservatives in packaged sauces and dressings, so making your own from scratch is one of the cleanest ways to sidestep them entirely. The acid from the lemon juice and apple cider vinegar does double duty here — it brightens the flavor while also helping the marinade do its tenderizing work on whatever protein or vegetable you're coating. A handful of fresh parsley stirred in at the end adds a pop of color and a grassy freshness that takes the whole thing up a notch. It comes together in minutes in a single bowl, and it keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can make a batch ahead and have it ready to go all week long.
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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)
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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