Citrus Marinade & Salsa

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A zesty, dual-purpose citrus marinade and fresh salsa perfect for grilled proteins.
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Citrus Marinade & Salsa

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 104.3

Description

This versatile recipe combines a bright citrus marinade with a fresh, chunky salsa, making it an ideal companion for grilled chicken or fish. The marinade features lemon juice, dry sherry, olive oil, dried oregano, and garlic salt, creating a tangy and aromatic base that tenderizes and flavors the protein. Meanwhile, the salsa blends the reserved marinade with a peeled tomato, green onion, ripe olives, parsley, and slivered almonds for a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Perfect for summer barbecues or light weeknight dinners, this dish brings a burst of freshness to the table. The combination of acidic, herbal, and crunchy elements ensures every bite is exciting and satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, dry sherry, olive oil, crushed dried oregano, and garlic salt until well combined.
  2. Measure out 2 tablespoons of the marinade mixture and set it aside in a separate small bowl for the salsa.
  3. Place chicken or fish pieces into a large plastic bag or a shallow bowl.
  4. Pour the remaining marinade over the protein, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
  5. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning the protein once halfway through to marinate evenly.
  6. While the protein marinates, prepare the salsa by adding the reserved 2 tablespoons of marinade to a bowl containing peeled and seeded tomato, chopped green onion, sliced pitted ripe olives, snipped parsley, and slivered almonds.
  7. Gently toss the salsa ingredients together and cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  9. Remove chicken or fish from the marinade, reserving any liquid left in the bag or bowl.
  10. Grill the protein for 8-12 minutes per side, or until cooked through, brushing occasionally with the reserved marinade.
  11. Serve the grilled protein immediately alongside the chilled citrus salsa and optional avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 104.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9g13%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 48.4mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 8.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 1.2g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: citrus, marinade, salsa, grilled, chicken, fish, lemon, sherry, olive oil, oregano, garlic, tomato, green onion, olives, parsley, almonds, barbecue, summer, fresh, zesty
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