Carrageenan Free Lemon Greek Herb Marinade
Bright lemon, fragrant herbs, and a golden hit of turmeric come together in this Mediterranean-inspired marinade that makes just about any protein taste like it came off a restaurant grill. Everything gets whisked together in a single bowl — olive oil, fresh lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, and a trio of chopped herbs — so it's as low-effort as it is impressive. Many store-bought marinades and dressings sneak in thickeners and stabilizers that people avoiding carrageenan have to watch out for, but this one is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients with nothing to second-guess. The ground turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that rounds out the citrus without overpowering the classic Greek herb profile. It keeps in the fridge for up to three days, so you can make a batch ahead and have it ready to go on busy weeknights. Just remember to set aside a separate drizzle before the marinade touches any raw protein — that reserved portion makes a gorgeous finishing sauce over the finished dish.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl and whisk until the mixture looks slightly emulsified and uniform.
- 2
Add the garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, turmeric, ginger, and salt. Whisk again until everything is evenly distributed.
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