Lawry's Mesquite with Lime Juice Marinade 12 fl oz (Pack of 6) — Smoky Mesquite & Citrus Grill Marinade

Lawry's Mesquite with Lime Juice Marinade is a ready-to-use smoky, citrusy marinade that infuses chicken, pork, steak and vegetables with mesquite wood flavor and a bright lime finish.

Bring Tex‑Mex barbecue notes to weeknight dinners or weekend grills with this 12 fl oz bottle from Lawry's, offered in a convenient pack of six. Formulated with natural mesquite flavor, real lime juice, and savory spices like chili pepper, paprika and oregano, the marinade is designed to add bold taste quickly — just pour, marinate and cook. It contains no high fructose corn syrup and no added MSG, and it works as a wet marinade, basting sauce or finishing glaze.

How long should I marinate meats for the best mesquite and lime flavor?

For most cuts, marinate 15–30 minutes to pick up pronounced mesquite and lime notes without changing texture. Thicker steaks or pork chops benefit from 1–2 hours; delicate fish and thin vegetables need only 10–15 minutes. Always refrigerate while marinating and discard leftover used marinade that has contacted raw protein.

• Quick boost: 15 minutes for most chicken and vegetables
• Deeper flavor: 1–2 hours for larger cuts like flank steak
• Short marinate: 10–15 minutes for fish and thin cuts

What cooking methods work best with this mesquite lime marinade?

Lawry's Mesquite with Lime Juice is versatile across grilling, broiling, baking and sautéing. The natural mesquite flavor stands up to high heat on the grill for charred, smoky edges, while oven roasting locks in the lime brightness. You can also brush extra marinade on during cooking as a glaze to intensify color and taste.

• Grill: ideal for steaks, chicken breasts and fajita strips
• Bake or roast: great for sheet‑pan meals and ribs
• Sauté or broil: quick sear and finish with a citrusy kick

What ingredients give this marinade its Southwest profile?

This blend pairs natural mesquite flavor and lime juice with chili pepper, paprika and oregano to create a smoky, tangy Southwest profile. The seasoning mix adds both heat and herbal depth without adding fat. Lawry's recipe also omits high fructose corn syrup and added MSG, focusing on recognizable pantry spices and real fruit juice.

• Natural mesquite flavor for smoky backbone
• Real lime juice for bright acidity
• Chili pepper, paprika and oregano for Tex‑Mex character

How else can I use the marinade besides for grilling?

Beyond marinating proteins, this sauce doubles as a finishing glaze, a toss for roasted vegetables, or a flavor booster stirred into stews and soups. It also works as a quick fajita sauce: toss cooked strips with warmed marinade and serve with tortillas. Because it’s low in calories and zero grams of fat per serving, you can use it liberally for flavor without changing macronutrient profiles.

• Glaze: brush on during the last minutes of cooking
• Vegetables: toss before roasting for smoky citrus notes
• Soups/stews: add a splash for layered Southwest flavor

Who is this for? Home cooks and grillers who want an easy, bold mesquite and lime marinade without complicated prep will appreciate this pack. It's suitable for busy families looking to uplift simple proteins, weekend barbecue hosts aiming for Tex‑Mex flavors, and anyone who prefers a ready-made marinade that delivers smoky, citrusy taste quickly. The six‑pack format is especially useful for meal prepping, small gatherings, or foodservice settings seeking consistent flavor across multiple meals.

Ingredients

Water, Distilled Vinegar, Lime Juice, Salt, Spices (Including Chili Pepper, Paprika, Oregano), Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Garlic, Onion, Caramel Color, Natural Flavor (Including Mesquite Smoke), Potassium Benzoate and Sodium Sorbate (to Protect Quality ) and Xanthan Gum (Thickener).