Lemon and Basil Marinade

Ingredients

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground

Salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Olive oil

1/2 cup, extra-virgin

Garlic

2 cloves, peeled

Lemon juice

1/4 cup, freshly squeezed

Lemon zest

1 tablespoon, finely grated

Fresh basil leaves

1 cup, loosely packed

Instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, finely grated lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and peeled garlic cloves.
2. Blend the ingredients until the basil is finely chopped and the mixture is well combined.
3. While the machine is running, slowly pour in the extra-virgin olive oil. Continue blending until the mixture becomes a smooth, emulsified marinade.
4. Season the marinade with freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste.
5. Your Lemon and Basil Marinade is now ready to use. You can immediately start marinating your chicken, fish, or vegetables, or store the marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.