Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar ( Alessi or Black Swan brand )
1/2 cup white distilled vinegar
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon tarragon
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon sweet basil
This White Wine Lemon Pepper Marinade is a great option if you want to dress up your salads. The combination of white balsamic vinegar, white distilled vinegar, and lemon juice gives it a tangy and refreshing taste that pairs well with fresh greens and veggies. This recipe can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or veggies. The dry white wine adds a depth of flavor to the marinade, while the herbs like tarragon, oregano, and sweet basil add subtle notes of complexity to the mix.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, add olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, white distilled vinegar, dry white wine and lemon juice, one by one and whisk until well combined.
2.Add granulated garlic, lemon pepper, salt, tarragon, oregano, and sweet basil.
3.Mix all the ingredients well together, check the seasoning, and adjust if necessary.
4.Serve the marinade as a salad dressing or use it to marinate chicken or fish, refrigerating them for 2-3 hours or overnight before grilling or roasting.

PROS

This marinade is a healthy and flavorful alternative to bottled salad dressings.
It is versatile and can be used as a marinade, salad dressing, or dipping sauce.

White wine, lemon juice and vinegar all have antioxidant properties, that help in reducing inflammation, and promote heart health.

CONS

The marinade needs to rest for a few hours to let the flavors mingle before use.

Some people may find the taste of vinegar and lemon too tangy for their liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This marinade is a healthier option than bottled dressings as it is free of preservatives and additives.
The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats that help in reducing inflammation and cholesterol, and the herbs used in the marinade are rich in antioxidants.

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