Lemon Myrtle and Thyme Marinade

Lemon Myrtle and Thyme Marinade recipe pinit

Lemon myrtle is a native Australian plant known for its strong lemony flavor and aroma. It is often used in Australian cuisine as a substitute for traditional lemon zest or juice.

This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 40 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 200
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine lemon myrtle leaves, fresh thyme leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix well to form a marinade.
  3. Place the marinade in a ziplock bag or airtight container.
  4. Add your choice of protein (such as chicken, fish, or tofu) to the marinade.
  5. Seal the bag or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
  6. When ready to cook, remove the protein from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  7. Cook the protein using your preferred method (grilling, baking, or pan-frying) until fully cooked.
  8. Serve the cooked protein with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and garnish with additional thyme leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 50kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g7%
Total Carbohydrate 3g1%
Sugars 2g
Protein 0.5g1%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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