Heart-Healthy Herb Butter
Elevate your meals while staying heart-conscious with this vibrant "Heart-Healthy Herb Butter." Made with creamy, plant-based unsalted butter and an aromatic blend of fresh parsley, dill, chives, and a hint of garlic, this spread is a flavorful and cholesterol-friendly alternative to traditional butter. Bright notes of lemon zest and a touch of sea salt bring everything together, making it a perfect way to enhance roasted vegetables, whole-grain bread, or lean proteins like fish and poultry. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile herb butter is a must-have meal prep staple, offering a delicious balance of nutrition and indulgence. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, so you can enjoy its fresh, zesty flavors anytime! Perfect for those seeking plant-based, heart-smart recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted plant-based butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Remove the plant-based butter from the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, add softened plant-based butter, freshly chopped parsley, dill, chives, lemon zest, minced garlic, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Use a fork or spatula to thoroughly combine all the ingredients, ensuring that the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the butter.
Once blended, transfer the herb butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Shape the herb butter into a log or leave it in a bowl for easy access. If forming into a log, roll the parchment or wrap tightly around the butter, twisting the ends to secure it.
Refrigerate the herb butter for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.
Serve in small portions on whole-grain bread, top steamed vegetables, or use it to enhance the flavor of fish or poultry dishes.
Store any unused herb butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.8 g | 339% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 587 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 2% | |
*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.
