About This Product
Oregano Vitality Essential Oil
Native to Mediterranean Europe and Western Asia, oregano is a compact flowering shrub in the mint family. Also known as wild marjoram, it was traditionally used as a culinary herb. Oregano Vitality adds a delicious, savory flavor to your favorite culinary dishes. It may also provide immune and digestive support when taken as a dietary supplement. *
Oregano and Oregano Vitality are the same essential oil.
Features & Benefits
Has a bold, herbaceous flavor
Supports overall wellness*
Has digestive-cleansing properties*
Contains antioxidants*
Supports a healthy immune system*
Product Tips
Vitality-Infused Marinades
Light Up Your Summer with Vitality-infused Marinades
If you love breaking out the grill, then summer is definitely your season! Whether you’re making tasty chicken-veggie kabobs or juicy chicken sandwiches, these fresh summer marinades will give your next barbecue an essential oil zing that you—and your guests—will love!
Each marinade recipe is sufficient for 1–2 lbs. of meat or your protein of choice.
Mediterranean Marinade Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup olive oil
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 drop Oregano Vitality essential oil
- 2 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil
- 1 drop Black Pepper Vitality essential oil
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients and pour over chicken in a shallow glass bowl or baking pan.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1–4 hours before grilling.
- Discard marinade after use.
Vitality-Infused Marinades
You need only one drop of Oregano Vitality™ Essential Oil in this simple and delicious homemade pesto. The oil adds a fresh, herby taste you’ll love, while the spinach makes a creamy pesto sauce best served over Einkorn rotini noodles or your favorite veggie noodles or pasta. Try it for yourself and let us know how best you like to serve this delicious oregano pesto sauce!
Ingredients:
1 Cup Spinach,
5 TSP Pine Nuts
1 Clove Garlic
½ Cup Parmesan Cheese
⅓ Cup Olive Oil
Pinch of Salt
2 TBSP Lemon Juice
1 Drop of Oregano Vitality™ Essential Oil
Combine all ingredients in food processor and serve over favorite pasta noodles or vegetable noodles. This recipe makes 2-3 servings.
Vitality-Infused Olive Oil
Dig into delicious dishes with an infusion of Vitality™ essential oils. Add your favorite oils from our Vitality line to vinegars and olive oil for a harmonious blend of simple and satisfying flavors that turn classic recipes into standout delights! Use these creations to spice up your cooking, dip your warm bread in, or as a finishing touch to salad dressing, roasted meats, or fish!
In this video, we’re sharing our three favorite recipes: chili herb-infused olive oil, lemon herb-infused olive oil, and citrus vinegar. While we’re obsessed with these flavors, feel free to create your own.
Cooking instructions for olive oil:
1. Pour the olive oil into a big pot or saucepan. Keep on low heat until it starts to bubble.
2. Mix in the herbs and let it cook until the oil is fragrant. Be sure not to brown the herbs.
3. Turn off the heat and let the oil cool.
4. Add the drops of Vitality oil into the mixture.
YL tip: Remember, less is more. Vitality oils can be potent, so start with fewer drops and add more for a bolder flavor.
5. Funnel the mixture into the bottles.
Chili Herb-Infused Olive Oil ingredients:
• 10 ounces olive oil
• 5 dried chilis
• 4 fresh garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
• Handful of oregano
YL tip: Substitute oregano with rosemary or thyme.
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Oregano Vitality™ essential oil
• Black Pepper Vitality™ essential oil
Lemon Herb-Infused Olive Oil ingredients:
• 10 ounces olive oil
• 2 drops Rosemary Vitality™ essential oil
• 4 drops Lemon Vitality™ essential oil
• 2 drops Basil Vitality™ essential oil
• Handful of freshly sliced lemons
• Handful each of rosemary and basil
Instructions for vinegar:
1. Slice your favorite fruit and put in a 16-ounce bottle or jar.
2. Pour vinegar into a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
3. Pour hot vinegar into your bottle or jar over the fruit. Let it stand at room temperature for 8 hours.
4. Add Vitality essential oil.
5. Shake well before using, as oil and vinegar don’t mix.
Citrus Vinegar Ingredients:
• 12 ounces white wine vinegar
• 1 small grapefruit
• 1 small lime
• 1 small orange
• Orange Vitality™ essential oil
• Lime Vitality™ essential oil
• Grapefruit Vitality™ essential oil
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* The statements and information regarding this product have not been evaluated by the FDA. Young Living products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Most of the product information describing Young Living products is directly from Young Living Essential Oils, LC, and can be found online at YoungLiving.com