Heart-Healthy Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Lemon Butter Sauce—a light and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Made with creamy plant-based butter, olive oil, and zesty freshly squeezed lemon juice, this sauce is the perfect balance of richness and brightness. Low-sodium vegetable broth adds depth while garlic, lemon zest, and fresh parsley enhance the flavor profile, creating a versatile sauce that’s both delicious and heart-conscious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this guilt-free recipe is ideal for drizzling over grilled fish, steamed vegetables, or whole-grain pasta. Perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste, this lemon butter sauce will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted plant-based butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt the plant-based butter and olive oil over medium-low heat, stirring to combine.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
Stir in the lemon juice and low-sodium vegetable broth, increasing the heat to medium. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes, reducing slightly.
Add freshly grated lemon zest and season the sauce with black pepper and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
Continue to cook for another 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly, adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley, giving it a final taste to adjust seasoning as desired.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. This heart-healthy lemon butter sauce is perfect for drizzling over your favorite grilled or steamed dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
458 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 371 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 254 mg | 5% | |
*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.
