Mint Marinade

Elevate your dishes with this refreshing Mint Marinade—a vibrant and versatile blend of fresh mint leaves, zesty lemon juice, rich olive oil, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and is perfect for transforming meats, tofu, and vegetables into flavor-packed masterpieces. Featuring aromatic garlic, tangy white vinegar, and a hint of heat from optional crushed red pepper flakes, the marinade strikes a perfect balance of bright, bold, and herbaceous notes. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this mint-infused marinade adds a gourmet touch to your cooking. Refrigerate any leftovers to enjoy its fresh flavors for up to three days. Perfect for summer barbecues, Mediterranean dishes, or any recipe in need of a citrusy, herbal kick!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup (lightly packed) fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh mint leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris, and pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, add the fresh mint leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and white vinegar.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to the blender.

Step 4

Pulse the ingredients in the blender until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.

Step 5

Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or honey to suit your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the mint marinade to a clean jar or airtight container. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Step 7

To use the marinade, coat your choice of meats, tofu, or vegetables evenly and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the refrigerator) before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	442 grams (442.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1247

Total Fat 114.70g	147%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2390mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 57.90g	21%
Dietary Fiber 21.00g	75%
Total Sugars 30.50g
Protein 13.30g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 782mg	60%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 1681mg	36%

*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: 78.4%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 17.6%