Best 6 Lemon Fresh Mint Marinade Recipes

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Are you looking for a zesty and refreshing way to elevate the flavors of your favorite dishes? Look no further than the lemon fresh mint marinade! This delightful marinade infuses meats, vegetables, and seafood with a burst of citrus and a touch of herbal freshness. Whether you are grilling, roasting, or baking, this versatile marinade is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON MINT SAUCE WITH SHRIMP



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Delicious shrimp in a wonderful lemon sauce.

Provided by Dondre'

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 red bell pepper, julienned
¾ pound large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons olive oil
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound dry fettuccini pasta

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Meanwhile prepare the remaining ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the red pepper, shrimp, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • Add pasta to the boiling water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Add the pasta to the shrimp mixture and toss to coat well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.5 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 422.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

FRESH-MINT SAUCE



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Serve this lively sauce alongside our Butterflied, Rolled, and Roasted Leg of Lamb.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch fresh mint
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Finely chop mint; transfer to a jar. Add olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, and salt. Shake to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use (up to 1 month).

LEMON-MINT HERB MARINADE



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Use on chicken, lamb, or firm fish like salmon or halibut. (do not marinate fish for more than 30 minutes, or it will start to "cook" and turn out tough.)

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and stir well.
  • Put meat into a zipper plastic bag and pour marinade over. Seal and place in refrigerator for desired marinating time.
  • I usually pour marinade from meat into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Use as a sauce for meat after it has been grilled.

LEMON & FRESH MINT MARINADE



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Made this this past weekend for some grilled veggies (zucchini, summer squash and orange peppers). Delicious, fresh, a true taste of Summer!Measurements are slightly approximate...use you own judgement, I was kinda winging it!

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, zest of
1 1/2 lemons, juice of
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/3 cup of fresh mint
2 garlic cloves
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients in blender until cloves of garlic are small. Flecks of green mint leaves are perfect.
  • Pour over your favortie veggies and let set for up to 3 hours.
  • Grill!

LEMON-MINT SAUCE



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Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Sauce     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Lemon     Mint     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Coal-Roasted Eggplants

Steps:

  • Whisk garlic, oil, parsley, mint, and lemon juice in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon half of sauce onto a platter. Place eggplants on top, season with salt, and spoon remaining sauce over. Let sit 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  • DO AHEAD: Lemon-Mint Sauce can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

MINT MARINADE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     condiments

Time 2m

Yield Three-quarters of a cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, red-wine vinegar, white wine, mint, basil, oregano and salt and pepper in a bowl and whisk.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 135, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 102 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • For best results, choose fresh mint with vibrant green leaves and a strong aroma.
  • Use a variety of citrus fruits to add a range of flavors to the marinade. Lemons, limes, and oranges are all excellent choices.
  • Be generous with the herbs and spices. The more flavorful the marinade, the more flavorful the chicken will be.
  • Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will give the flavors time to penetrate the meat.
  • When grilling the chicken, be sure to cook it over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or potatoes.

Conclusion:

This lemon fresh mint marinade is a delicious and versatile way to add flavor to your chicken. It's perfect for grilling, baking, or roasting. With its bright citrus flavor and refreshing mint aroma, this marinade will surely be a hit at your next cookout or dinner party.

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