Balsamic Marinade Recipe

Elevate your red meat and vegetables with this incredible balsamic marinade! Infused with rich balsamic vinegar, fragrant garlic, and a touch of sweetness, this marinade will transform even the simplest cuts into a flavor explosion. Prepare it up to a week ahead – the longer it marinates, the better it tastes! Customize it further by adding your favorite fresh herbs like rosemary, oregano, or marjoram. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 68.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Marinade

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How to Make Balsamic Marinade

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. (Optional) Add 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite fresh herbs (rosemary, oregano, or marjoram), roughly chopped.
  3. Add your red meat or vegetables to a resealable bag or a shallow dish.
  4. Pour the marinade over the meat or vegetables, ensuring they are fully coated.
  5. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 7 days in the refrigerator. For best results, marinate for longer.
  6. Remove from marinade before cooking and discard the used marinade. Cook according to your preferred method.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

4g

Carbs

0g