Best 6 Lemon Herb And Olive Oil Marinade Recipes
Lemon Herb and Olive Oil Marinade: Unlocking the Culinary Delights of Fresh Flavors. Creating a perfect marinade is an art, a beautiful symphony of flavors coming together to elevate the culinary experience. The lemon herb and olive oil marinade stands as a testament to this, its zesty citrus tang, the aromatic allure of herbs, and the richness of olive oil combining to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its versatility, this marinade is a culinary chameleon, capable of transforming ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MARINATED OLIVES WITH LEMON AND FRESH HERBS
Many grocery stores now carry bulk olives. I buy large bulk green olives, with pits, and dress them up with this flavor-packed marinade. It's a wonderful appetizer during the summer when fresh herbs are plentiful. Serve with wine and cheese for a wonderful summertime appetizer.
Provided by CookinDiva
Categories Low Protein
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender, mix all the herbs, garlic and lemon juice. Slowly add olive oil and blend. Add zest.
- Pour marinade over olives. They can be served immediately but will improve with a day to marinate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.2, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 523.4, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.4
LEMON AND HERB MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine the lemon juice and zest, chopped herbs, garlic, crushed red pepper, and 1/2 cup of olive oil. Whisk to combine.
- Place the chicken thighs in a wide flat dish so they are in a single layer. Add the herb mixture. Massage the thighs to coat with the herb mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Note: If doing a quick marinade, leave the chicken out of the fridge for up to 1 hour.
- Preheat grill. Brush and oil the grill to clean.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush off any excess herbs and oil. Season the chicken generously with salt and drizzle with a little bit of fresh olive oil.
- Cut the 2 whole lemons in half and cut the tips off the ends; this will allow the lemons to stand up without rolling around. Place the chicken, skin side down, on the preheated grill. Place the lemons, flesh side down, on the preheated grill. Grill the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes and then rotate the chicken 90 degrees to create the lovely crosshatch pattern. Grill the chicken for another 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the chicken over and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes. Check for doneness (the chicken should be well cooked). Check the lemon halves to see if they are beautifully caramelized. Turn over to grill on the bottom for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve the chicken with grilled lemon.
- Call yourself a superstar!
- March - Why We Love: Lemons
OLIVE OIL-HERB MARINADE
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking
Yield Makes about 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, vinegar, and pepper; stir to combine.
LEMON-ROSEMARY MARINADE
This blend of lemon juice, herbs, and olive oil improves almost any ingredient, although it's especially effective with rich lamb. Truly versatile, this classic marinade adds a finishing touch when simmered into a sauce and then brushed on the meat before serving.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes enough for 2 pounds lamb
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk together garlic, shallots, rosemary, oregano, oil, and lemon juice in a medium nonreactive bowl. Use marinade immediately.
- If desired, turn marinade into a finishing sauce: After removing meat, pour marinade into a nonreactive saucepan, and boil for 3 minutes. Brush on cooked meat just before serving.
LEMON HERB MARINADE
This easy Lemon Herb Marinade can be whipped up in 10 minutes. Zesty herbs and simple ingredients work together to elevate chicken, fish or pork. Feel free to switch up the herbs you use in this Lemon Herb Marinade. For example, for a lemon-rosemary marinade, consider substituting parsley for the basil and rosemary for the thyme. A good rule of thumb when mixing up marinades is, for fish, chicken and pork, light herbal notes tend to work well. This lemon and herb marinade is not to be missed.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In shallow glass dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix all ingredients. Add about 1 lb meat; cover dish or seal bag, and refrigerate at least 20 minutes but no longer than 24 hours, depending on type of meat.
- Remove meat from marinade; discard marinade. Cook meat as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Tablespoon, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
LEMON, HERB & GARLIC MARINADE
I've adapted this from a Jamie Oliver recipe. Jamie makes it with his 'flavour shaker' but as most people probably don't have one - you can use a mortar and pestle. Use this marinade for steak, chicken or fish. It imparts a wonderful flavour. We had it with steak and it made it beautifully moist and tender and lemony - quite a different taste for steak but absolutely delicious! Quantities given should make enough to marinade 2-3 steaks or 2 large chicken breasts or 4 fillets of fish.
Provided by Kookaburra
Categories Lemon
Time 10m
Yield 1/2 cup, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Roughly chop the rosemary leaves, thyme leaves, and lavender flower/s or leaves (if using).
- Place herbs, salt and pepper into a mortar and pound with a pestle, until herbs are crushed and fragrant.
- Add garlic and lemon zest and pound until garlic makes a paste - add a little of the olive oil if necessary.
- Now stir in the lemon juice and the olive oil and mix together.
- Pour mixture into a small screwtop jar. Fix lid securely and shake vigorously until mixture thickens and emulsifies.
- Pour over meat, cover and marinade in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before cooking.
- Pour any marinade left in the bowl over the meat while it cooks.
Tips:
- Choose flavorful herbs: Oregano, thyme, rosemary, and basil are all great options for a lemon-herb marinade. Fresh herbs are best, but dried herbs can also be used.
- Use a good quality olive oil: The olive oil you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your marinade. Choose a fruity, flavorful olive oil that you enjoy the taste of.
- Don't over-marinate your chicken: Chicken can become tough if it is marinated for too long. For best results, marinate the chicken for no more than 24 hours.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat: Cooking the chicken over medium heat will help to prevent it from drying out. You can grill, pan-fry, or bake the chicken.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Lemon-herb chicken pairs well with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Lemon-herb chicken is a flavorful and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give lemon-herb chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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