Pecan Free Greek Herb Marinade
Bright, herby, and punchy with garlic, this Mediterranean-inspired marinade is the kind of thing that makes a weeknight chicken breast or a simple grilled vegetable taste like it came from a proper restaurant kitchen. The base is extra-virgin olive oil whisked together with fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, which creates a beautifully balanced tang that clings to whatever you're marinating. Dried oregano, thyme, and a touch of cumin layer in that unmistakable Greek-style warmth, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and brightness if you have it on hand. Tree nut allergies can make store-bought marinades and spice blends genuinely stressful — shared facilities and vague labeling mean you're often playing a guessing game. This one is built entirely from pantry staples and fresh aromatics, so you know exactly what's going in the bowl. It comes together with just a whisk and a few minutes of prep, and it keeps in the fridge for up to five days, making it easy to have something flavorful ready to go all week long. Shake it up before each use and let it do its thing — the results speak for themselves.
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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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