Lemon and Herbs Marinade

Elevate your cooking with the zesty brilliance of this Lemon and Herbs Marinade, a quick and versatile recipe perfect for infusing vibrant flavor into your favorite proteins and vegetables. Bursting with fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a medley of herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary, this marinade strikes a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes thanks to a hint of honey. A touch of lemon zest and optional crushed red pepper flakes add layers of brightness and subtle heat, making it ideal for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. Ready in just 10 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated marinade is the ultimate kitchen staple for enhancing chicken, seafood, or veggies. For the best results, marinate for 1–4 hours, and watch as your meals transform into mouthwatering creations.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, and honey. Whisk until well emulsified.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, rosemary, and lemon zest to the bowl. Mix thoroughly to combine.

Step 3

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to incorporate the seasonings evenly.

Step 4

Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice for balance.

Step 5

Use the marinade immediately to coat your desired protein or vegetables, ensuring even coverage. Alternatively, transfer the marinade to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for later use.

Step 6

For optimal flavor, marinate meats or seafood in the refrigerator for 1–4 hours before cooking. Vegetables can be marinated for 20–30 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the marinated food from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking. Discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(130.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	432.3

Total Fat 42.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1188.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.4g
Protein 1.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 48.1mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 189.3mg	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: 86.1%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 12.9%