Chicken Free Smoky Paprika Cilantro Lime Marinade
Bold, smoky, and bright with citrus, this marinade is the kind of thing that makes everything it touches taste like it came off a restaurant grill. Smoked paprika and cumin lay down a deep, earthy base while fresh lime juice and zest cut right through with a sharp, lively tang. A touch of turmeric adds warmth and a gorgeous golden hue, and the fresh cilantro stirred in at the end keeps the whole thing feeling vibrant and green. It comes together in one bowl with nothing more than a whisk — no cooking, no fuss, just bold flavor ready in minutes. The recipe works beautifully across fish, vegetables, and other proteins, making it an incredibly versatile staple to keep in your fridge rotation. Store it covered for up to three days and you've got a flavor-packed shortcut waiting for your next weeknight dinner.
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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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