Oats Free Smoky Paprika Cilantro Lime Marinade
Bold, smoky, and bright with citrus, this marinade is the kind of thing that makes weeknight grilling feel like a real event. Smoked paprika and cumin bring deep, earthy warmth, while fresh lime juice and zest cut right through with a sharp, lively tang. A handful of freshly chopped cilantro ties everything together, giving the whole mixture a herby freshness that bottled sauces simply can't replicate. Every ingredient here is a whole spice, a fresh herb, or a clean pantry staple — nothing processed, nothing hidden — which makes it a genuinely worry-free choice for anyone navigating grain sensitivities. It comes together in one bowl with just a whisk, and it works beautifully on chicken, fish, shrimp, or roasted vegetables depending on what you have on hand. Make a batch at the start of the week and keep it in the fridge for up to three days, so dinner is already halfway done before you even turn on the stove.
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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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