Greek Mediterranean Marinade for Chicken, Beef or Vegetables

Greek Mediterranean Marinade for Chicken, Beef or Vegetables

This simple and versatile classic marinade provides meats or vegetables with an oregano and garlic-based flavor that goes well with chicken, beef, onions, potatoes, peppers, mushrooms and many other ingredients.  And it’s flexible too; add basil, thyme, rosemary or even red pepper flakes to jazz it up.

Enough for about 1-2 lbs. of meat or veggies.

• Olive Oil - 1/2 cup
• Lemon Juice - 1 Tblsp. (from 1/2 lemon)
• Oregano - 1 Tbsp or more, dried or fresh
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion Powder - 1 tsp.
• Salt - 1/2 tsp.
• Black Pepper - 1/4 tsp.

1. Blend all ingredients welll with a whick or fork.
2. Add meat and/or vegetables and mix well to coat thoroughly. Marinate up to 24 hours, refrigerated.

Try it with these dishes:

• Grilled Greek Chicken with Vegetables
• Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Spinach and Feta Cheese

Other marinades you might like:

• Italian Marinade
• Tex-Mex Marinade with Beer and Cilantro
• Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

Tags: Greek, Grilling, marinade