Tangy Apple Thyme Marinade

Elevate your cooking game with this Tangy Apple Thyme Marinade, a vibrant blend of apple juice, apple cider vinegar, and fresh thyme that strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. Infused with olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic, this quick and versatile marinade takes only 10 minutes to prepare and works beautifully with chicken, pork, vegetables, or tofu. The fresh thyme adds an earthy aroma, while a hint of black pepper and salt rounds out the flavor profile. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this marinade ensures your dish packs a punch of bold, irresistible flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a weekend barbecue, this easy recipe will transform your cooking routine.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup apple juice
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the apple juice, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil.

Step 2

Whisk in the honey and Dijon mustard until fully blended and smooth.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, chopped fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or honey for balance.

Step 5

Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 6

Add your choice of protein, vegetables, or tofu to the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 7

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours for a more intense flavor.

Step 8

Remove the marinated food and cook as desired, discarding the remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	381.7 grams (381.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	669

Total Fat 59.00g	76%
Saturated Fat 8.70g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1566mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 31.30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 0.40g	1%
Total Sugars 28.40g
Protein 0.50g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 19mg	1%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 77mg	2%

*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: 80.7%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 19.0%