Easy Garlic & Herb Marinade for Tofu, Chicken, or Pork

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 0 mins

Difficulty: Easy

Servings: 4 Servings

There is nothing this simple, punchy marinade can’t do. Make it once and I guarantee it’ll be a mainstay in your meal plan — no matter what’s for dinner. With just the right balance of tart lemon and pungent garlic, this is a bold-flavored marinade that’s versatile enough to pair with anything you’re cooking, and it comes together in mere minutes.

Ingredients

1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
14 to 16 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained, cut, and pressed
Up to 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Up to 1 1/2 pounds pork chops
Up to 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin

Instructions

Whisk the lemon juice, garlic, mustard, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl until well-combined. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified.
Add the tofu, chicken, or pork and gently toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Or store the marinade in the refrigerator until ready to use.