The BEST Marinades for your Summer Barbecue

Summer is in session and that means we are heading outdoors! It’s time to dust off the grill and embrace the sizzle of summer cooking. Summer grilling is the best way to bring everyone together with delicious food and great times! And if you make a little extra, you’re setting yourself up for meal prep success! These summer barbecue marinades are perfect to spice up your recipes and make hitting your protein intake a little easier. For all the recipes, mix the ingredients together and marinate your meat, fish, or veggies for at least 2-3 hours before grilling.

TRADITIONAL BARBECUE MARINADE
Best for chicken wings, burgers, and ribs

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup barbeque sauce of choice
• ¼ cup Italian Dressing
• ¼ cup honey, agave or sweetener of choice
• 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

BALSAMIC GLAZE
Best for chicken, veggies, and steak

INGREDIENTS

• ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• ½ tsp basil
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp parsley
• ¼ tsp rosemary

CILANTRO LIME GLAZE
Best for steak, chicken, and pork

INGREDIENTS

• ⅓ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 3 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp lime zest
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

THE CLASSIC MARINADE
Best for chicken, veggies, steak, and fish

INGREDIENTS

• ½ cup olive oil
• 3 Tbsp lemon juice
• 3 Tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ cup honey, agave, or sweetener of choice
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

THE SWEET AND FRESH MARINADE
Best for fish and chicken

INGREDIENTS

• ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 Tbsp honey or agave
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp grated ginger
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

MAPLE DIJON MARINADE
Best for pork and chicken

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp lime juice
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried rosemary

SWEET AND SPICY MARINADE
Best for pork or steak

INGREDIENTS

• ¼ cup red chili paste or Sriracha
• 3 Tbsp honey
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp ginger
• 2 Tbsp lime juice