5-Minute Healthy Marinade Recipe That Transforms Every Meal
A simple and healthy marinade recipe perfect for chicken, fish, or vegetables. It adds flavor without excess calories or unhealthy fats.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Yield: 1/2 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Whisk until well blended.
- Pour over your choice of protein or vegetables.
- Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the fridge.
- Cook as desired.
Notes
- For a stronger flavor, marinate longer.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Use fresh herbs if available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg