Honey Garlic Marinade

Transform your dishes with the irresistible flavor of this Honey Garlic Marinade, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and zesty notes that will elevate any meal. Featuring the natural sweetness of honey, the umami depth of soy sauce, and a touch of tangy freshness from lemon juice, this quick and easy marinade comes together in just 10 minutes. Minced garlic cloves and a hint of black pepper add a punch of bold flavor, while optional red pepper flakes can spice things up for those who love a kick. Ideal for poultry, seafood, or vegetables, this versatile marinade infuses your food with rich, golden flavor in as little as one hour. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this recipe ensures unparalleled taste with minimal effort—perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Step 2

Whisk the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Use the marinade immediately by pouring it over your choice of protein or vegetables. Ensure the ingredients are evenly coated by tossing or turning as needed.

Step 4

For best results, cover and refrigerate the marinated ingredients for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 5

Before cooking, discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw protein. Cook the marinated food using your preferred method, such as grilling, baking, or pan-searing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	200.3 grams (200.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	559

Total Fat 28.30g	36%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1735mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 77.80g	28%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 69.80g
Protein 5.60g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 41mg	3%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 296mg	6%

*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: 43.3%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 52.9%