Summer Fresh Recipe Series: Lemon Rosemary 20 Minute Marinade

Everyone needs a good go to marinade.  One that's bright and herby and super quick.  This Lemon Rosemary Marinade is all that an more.   It's a 3 ingredient, no fuss, 20 minute counter-top marinade that you will be using over and over!

Grilled Chicken using the Marinade

Lemon Rosemary 20 Minute Marinade

3 Ingredients is all it takes to whip up a fantastic lemon and herb marinade that packs a huge flavor punch.  This is a quick marinade, only 20 minutes, on the counter.  No refrigerator, no advanced prep needed.  Just marinade your meat while you prepare the rest of your meal.  The result is meat that is succulent and tender and has a major lemon burst and a slight herb flavor.  Perfect for veggies as well.

This will be your new go to marinade all summer long, so make use of the lemons that are available to you right now, and make sure to use fresh ones.  Enjoy!

What Ingredients do I need?

• Lemons
• Olive Oil
• Dried Rosemary
• salt & pepper

Grilled Chicken using the Marinade

Substitutions and Variations

• Use fresh herbs if you choose:  thyme, cilantro, oregano
• Other dried herbs will work well: basil, thyme, Italian seasoning
• Use on any meat
• Works great for grilled vegetables

Kitchen Tips and Notes

• I add the marinade ingredients straight into a ziploc bag or a tray with sides so I have less dishes to wash!

• Toss your meat in the marinade so both sides have marinade on them.

• Leave on the counter for 20 minutes, then cook.

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Lemon Rosemary 20 Minute Marinade

2 small lemons cut in half and juiced
1 Tablespoon dried Rosemary

1/3 cup olive oil

salt & ground black pepper to taste

In a measuring cup add all ingredients and whisk to combine.  Add to chicken, fish, pork, beef, or vegetables in a sealed plastic bag or a large rimmed bowl or tray to marinate.  Allow to sit on the counter in the marinade for 20 minutes.  This works well when allowing your meat to come to room temperature.  Throw away any excess marinade.