Dorene's Marinade

Transform your favorite proteins and veggies into a flavor-packed masterpiece with Dorene's Marinade. This quick and easy homemade marinade combines the richness of olive oil, the savory depth of soy sauce, and the tangy brightness of apple cider vinegar and lemon juice. Balanced with a touch of sweetness from honey, a hint of Dijon mustard, and the aromatic charm of fresh rosemary and garlic, this versatile blend delivers a perfect harmony of bold and refreshing flavors. Add a kick of heat with optional chili flakes or keep it mild—either way, it’s perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-frying. Ready in just 10 minutes, this marinade will elevate chicken, beef, tofu, or vegetables with a gourmet touch. Let your ingredients soak for at least 2 hours (or overnight for an extra flavor boost), and savor the delicious results! Keywords: homemade marinade, versatile marinade, quick marinade, bold seasonings, grilling marinade, flavorful dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon optional chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Strip the rosemary leaves from the stem and finely chop them.

Step 3

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using) to the bowl. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch of salt or a drizzle of honey to achieve your desired balance of flavors.

Step 6

Place your meat, tofu, or vegetables in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over them.

Step 7

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate, allowing the ingredients to marinate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 8

Remove the marinated ingredient from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. Cook as desired (grill, bake, or pan-fry). Enjoy your flavorful dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(333.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1239.7

Total Fat 115.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2658.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.8g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.1mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 379.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.5%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 14.3%