Artificial Food Coloring Free Herb & Garlic Italian Marinade

Bottled Italian dressings and marinades are some of the sneakiest offenders when it comes to synthetic dyes and artificial additives, which makes a homemade version like this one genuinely worth the five minutes it takes to pull together. Every ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like — fresh herbs, good olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and a bright hit of lemon — with absolutely nothing artificial in sight. The combination of oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary gives you that classic Italian flavor profile, while turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that makes this marinade feel a little more interesting than the standard. A touch of honey rounds out the acidity if you want it, but even without it, the balance is spot on. It works beautifully on chicken, vegetables, or anything you want to throw on the grill, and it keeps in the fridge for up to five days so you can make a batch ahead and use it all week. Whisking it together takes less than two minutes, and the result tastes fresher and brighter than anything you'd find in a store.

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