Lemon Butter Sauce
Lemon butter sauce is a zesty and creamy delight that effortlessly enhances a variety of dishes, from grilled seafood to sautéed vegetables. With its bright lemon flavor combined with rich butter, this sauce not only elevates your meal but also delights your taste buds. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Impress your guests with this gourmet touch that’s sure to steal the show!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sauce making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and zest and juice the lemons.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until golden brown and nutty.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in the lemon zest and remove from heat.
- Fold in the chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 199
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 103mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 40mg