Italian Garlic Marinade

Elevate your dishes with the bold and zesty flavors of this Italian Garlic Marinade—a quick and versatile blend that’s perfect for infusing meats, seafood, or vegetables with authentic Mediterranean flair. Featuring a harmonious combination of extra virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, fresh parsley and basil, and a generous dose of minced garlic, this marinade is further enhanced with a touch of honey, lemon juice, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ultimate go-to for adding depth and complexity to grilled, roasted, or pan-seared creations. Whether you're looking to add a gourmet twist to weeknight dinners or impress at your next barbecue, this Italian Garlic Marinade guarantees bold flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

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
• 4 cloves fresh garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely or use a garlic press. Place the minced garlic in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Chop the fresh parsley and basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the garlic.

Step 3

Add the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and honey to the mixing bowl. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Taste the marinade and adjust salt, pepper, or honey if desired to suit your palate.

Step 6

Use the marinade immediately by pouring it over your chosen protein (chicken, beef, seafood) or vegetables. Make sure to coat all surfaces evenly.

Step 7

If marinating meat or seafood, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the ingredient. If marinating vegetables, 15–30 minutes should suffice.

Step 8

For best results, discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw protein before cooking to avoid cross-contamination.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	284.6 grams (284.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1138

Total Fat 112.40g	144%
Saturated Fat 16.10g	81%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2392mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 42.40g	15%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 3.50g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 119mg	9%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 426mg	9%

*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: 84.6%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 14.2%