Pescatarian Greek Herb Marinade

Total time10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.5

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Bright, herby, and punchy with garlic, this Mediterranean-inspired marinade is the kind of thing that makes a simple piece of fish taste like it came from a seaside taverna. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the silky base, while fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar bring just enough acidity to tenderize and lift whatever you're marinating. Dried oregano, thyme, and a touch of cumin layer in that unmistakably Greek warmth, and a handful of fresh parsley stirred in at the end keeps everything tasting vibrant and alive. It comes together in one bowl with nothing more than a whisk — no cooking, no fuss. Seafood lovers will find this especially useful since fish and shellfish respond beautifully to acid-forward marinades, soaking up flavor quickly without needing hours in the fridge. Make a batch at the start of the week, store it in a sealed jar, and you've got an instant flavor upgrade ready for grilled salmon, shrimp skewers, or even a quick sear on a white fish fillet. It's the kind of simple, honest recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation.

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Ingredients

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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