Lemon Herb Marinade

Lemon Herb Marinade

A bright, garlicky marinade with lemon zest and fresh herbs for chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 125/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This marinade pairs fresh lemon juice and zest with olive oil, garlic, and a mix of fresh herbs for a tangy, aromatic base that tenderizes and flavors meat, seafood, or vegetables. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it a quick step before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until combined.

  2. Add the minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, and thyme, and whisk to incorporate.

  3. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, then whisk once more to blend.

  4. Use immediately to marinate meat, fish, or vegetables, or transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

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Lemon Herb Marinade

This marinade pairs fresh lemon juice and zest with olive oil, garlic, and a mix of fresh herbs for a tangy, aromatic base that tenderizes and flavors meat, seafood, or vegetables. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it a quick step before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing.

10 min 16 oz 125 cal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until combined.

  2. 2

    Add the minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, and thyme, and whisk to incorporate.

  3. 3

    Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, then whisk once more to blend.

  4. 4

    Use immediately to marinate meat, fish, or vegetables, or transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.