Turmeric Free Greek Herb Marinade
Bright, herby, and punchy with garlic, this Mediterranean-style marinade is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in your fridge at all times. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the silky base, while fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar give it that signature tang that makes proteins and vegetables sing. Dried oregano and thyme bring the classic Greek character, and a touch of ground cumin adds just enough warmth and depth without veering into anything exotic or hard to source. For anyone avoiding turmeric — whether due to sensitivity, intolerance, or simply a preference to skip it — this recipe is a genuinely satisfying alternative to store-bought marinades that often sneak it in for color. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so you know exactly what you're working with. It comes together in minutes with a single bowl and a whisk, and it keeps in the fridge for up to five days, making weeknight cooking feel a lot more effortless.
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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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