Chicken Free Lemon Greek Herb Marinade
Bright, herby, and deeply aromatic, this Mediterranean-inspired marinade is built around a punchy trio of fresh oregano, thyme, and rosemary balanced by zippy lemon juice and zest. Extra-virgin olive oil brings everything together into a silky, emulsified blend that clings beautifully to whatever you're marinating. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger add a subtle warmth that makes the flavor profile feel a little more complex than your average herb marinade. It works beautifully on lamb, shrimp, tofu, or vegetables — anything that benefits from a bold, citrusy kick. Whisk it up in minutes, and it keeps in the fridge for up to three days, so you can prep ahead and have a flavor-packed weeknight dinner ready to go. Just remember to set aside a separate portion before the marinade touches raw protein if you want a gorgeous finishing drizzle at the table.
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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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