Candida Diet Friendly Smoky Paprika Cilantro Lime Marinade
Bold, bright, and deeply aromatic, this marinade layers smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric into a citrus-forward base that makes anything it touches taste like it came off a restaurant grill. Every single ingredient here — from the extra virgin olive oil to the fresh garlic and cilantro — is clean and sugar-free, which is exactly what you need when you're navigating a candida-conscious kitchen. So many store-bought marinades and sauces are loaded with hidden sugars, vinegars, or fermented additives that can derail your progress, and this one sidesteps all of that without sacrificing a drop of flavor. The smoked paprika does serious heavy lifting, giving you that deep, almost charred complexity without any sweeteners or processed ingredients. A hit of fresh lime juice and zest keeps everything bright and punchy, while the optional cayenne adds a gentle kick if you want it. Whisk it together in minutes, let your protein or vegetables soak it up, and you've got a weeknight dinner that feels anything but restrictive.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, lime juice, and lime zest in a small bowl and whisk until the oil and juice are loosely emulsified.
- 2
Add the smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, cayenne (if using), garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the spices are fully incorporated and the mixture is uniform in color.
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