Description

The Zesty Lemon Garlic Grilling Marinade perfectly balances high acidity with richness, providing superior tenderization and vibrant flavors for meats and vegetables.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4–6 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano or Thyme (chopped)
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Honey or Agave

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Instructions

Mince the garlic as finely as possible
In a medium-sized glass bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice and honey until fully dissolved
Slowly stream the extra virgin olive oil into the lemon juice while whisking vigorously to create an emulsio
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped herbs, kosher salt, and black pepper
Place your protein in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour marinade over the food, ensuring all surfaces are covered
Refrigerate: For fish, marinate for 30 minutes; for chicken, 2 to 6 hours; for tougher meats, up to 12 hours

Notes

Never marinate in metal bowls; use glass, ceramic, or food-grade plastic.

Let excess marinade drip off food before grilling to avoid steaming.

Salt is crucial for tenderness and juiciness.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Marinating and Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 95 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 290 mg
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 3 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0.2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg