Tip: This flavorful steak marinade has about 50-70 calories per serving, depending on how much is used. It's perfect for tenderizing and infusing your meat with rich, zesty flavors. Marinate your steak for up to 8 hours for the best results!

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup soy sauce

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

• 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder

• 3 tablespoons dried basil

• 1 1/2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes

• 1 teaspoon ground white pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Optional)

• 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic (Optional)

Instructions:

1. Blend the Marinade:

   • In a blender, combine the soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, basil, parsley, and white pepper.

   • If desired, add the hot pepper sauce and dried minced garlic for extra flavor.

   • Blend on high for 30 seconds until everything is thoroughly mixed.

2. Marinate the Meat:

   • Pour the marinade over the desired cut of steak.

   • Cover the meat and refrigerate for up to 8 hours for maximum flavor absorption.

3. Cook and Serve:

   • After marinating, cook the steak as desired, either on the grill, stovetop, or in the oven.

Notes:

• Saving Energy: This recipe doesn’t require any cooking during the marinating process, making it energy-efficient. You only need to cook the steak once it's marinated!

• Health Benefits: While this marinade adds great flavor, it does contain a significant amount of sodium due to the soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce. You can make it lower in sodium by using low-sodium soy sauce and skipping the optional hot pepper sauce. Enjoy with your favorite sides!