Italian Beef Marinade

Transform your beef dishes with this zesty Italian Beef Marinade, a vibrant blend of fresh herbs, tangy balsamic vinegar, and aromatic garlic. Perfectly balanced with a hint of honey for subtle sweetness and a touch of crushed red pepper for a gentle kick, this marinade is designed to infuse flank steak, ribeye, or sirloin with bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy marinade combines extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and chopped rosemary and oregano to create a savory base that tenderizes and enhances your meat. Marinate for at least 4 hours—or up to 24 for deeper flavor—before grilling, searing, or roasting to perfection. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or planning a weeknight meal, this recipe will elevate your beef to restaurant-quality status, ensuring juicy, flavorful bites every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice. Whisk until well blended.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped oregano, Dijon mustard, and honey to the bowl. Whisk again to incorporate all the flavors.

Step 3

Season the marinade with kosher salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Pour the marinade into a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish large enough to hold the beef.

Step 5

Place your beef cut (such as flank steak, ribeye, or sirloin) into the marinade, ensuring it is completely coated on all sides.

Step 6

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.

Step 7

Before cooking, remove the beef from the marinade and discard the used marinade. Let the beef rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before grilling, searing, or roasting as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	247.3 grams (247.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1191

Total Fat 120.30g	154%
Saturated Fat 16.50g	83%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 727mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate 30.20g	11%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 21.20g
Protein 1.60g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85mg	7%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 266mg	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: 89.5%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 10.0%