Gut Friendly Lemon Greek Herb Marinade
Bright, herby, and deeply aromatic, this Mediterranean-inspired marinade is the kind of thing you'll want to keep on rotation all season long. Extra-virgin olive oil forms a silky base while fresh lemon juice and zest cut through with just the right amount of acidity, making whatever you're marinating taste genuinely vibrant. The trio of oregano, thyme, and rosemary brings that unmistakable Greek countryside character, and the addition of turmeric and ginger is where this recipe quietly earns its gut-friendly credentials — both spices are well-regarded for their digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. Everything here is whole, recognizable, and free from the processed additives or preservatives that can quietly irritate a sensitive gut. It comes together in minutes with just a whisk and a bowl, and it keeps in the fridge for up to three days, so you can prep ahead and have a clean, flavorful marinade ready whenever you need it. Whether you're coating chicken, fish, or vegetables, the instructions even remind you to set aside a separate finishing portion before the protein goes in — a small but smart step that keeps things both safe and delicious.
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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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