Cheesy Lemon Butter
Elevate your meals with this irresistible Cheesy Lemon Butter—a velvety, flavor-packed sauce that combines the richness of melted butter with the tangy brightness of lemon and the savory depth of Parmesan cheese. Infused with fragrant garlic and finished with fresh parsley, this quick and versatile recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of seasoning, this luxurious sauce pairs beautifully with seafood, roasted vegetables, or warm, crusty bread. Impress your guests with its creamy, zesty charm, and make your next meal unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent it from browning.
Once the butter is fully melted, reduce the heat to low, and stir in the finely minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
Gradually whisk in the finely grated Parmesan cheese. The residual heat will help the cheese melt smoothly into the butter mixture.
Fold in the chopped fresh parsley to add a burst of freshness and color.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.
Transfer the cheesy lemon butter to a serving dish, or pour it over your desired dish (such as seafood, vegetables, or bread). Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.3 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 274 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 1656 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
