High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Smoky Paprika Cilantro Lime Marinade
Bright lime juice, smoky paprika, and a hit of cumin come together in a marinade that smells incredible the moment you start whisking. Every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable pantry staple — olive oil, fresh garlic, ground spices, cilantro — so there's none of the sneaky sweetener baggage that shows up in so many bottled marinades and store-bought sauces. That's a genuinely big deal when you're trying to avoid high fructose corn syrup, because commercial marinades are one of the most common places it hides. Making your own takes about five minutes and gives you total control over what goes on your food. The turmeric adds a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue, while the optional cayenne lets you dial the heat up or down depending on who's eating. It works beautifully on chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables — just adjust your marinating time and you're set. Whip up a batch at the start of the week and you'll have a bold, clean-label flavor boost ready to go for days.
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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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