Herb Butter
Elevate your everyday dishes with this luxurious Herb Butter, a flavorful blend of creamy unsalted butter infused with fresh parsley, chives, dill, thyme, zesty lemon, and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile compound butter adds a gourmet touch to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, freshly baked bread, or even a simple bowl of pasta. Perfectly seasoned with a pinch of salt and black pepper, it’s the ultimate customizable condiment for home cooks who love vibrant, herb-forward flavors. Plus, it can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer, making it a convenient addition to your culinary arsenal. Packed with fresh herbs and zest, this easy recipe is ideal for entertaining or elevating weeknight meals. Discover how to transform everyday ingredients into a sensational butter that will become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Take the butter out from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes until softened but not melted.
Finely chop the parsley, chives, dill, and thyme leaves to release their aromatic oils.
Using a microplane or fine grater, zest one lemon to collect about 1 teaspoon of zest.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped herbs, lemon zest, and minced garlic.
Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting if necessary.
Using a fork or a spatula, thoroughly mix the ingredients until fully combined and the butter is uniformly flecked with herbs.
Transfer the herb butter onto a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Shape the butter into a log by tightly rolling the paper or wrap around it. Twist the ends to seal it securely.
Refrigerate the herb butter for at least 1 hour to firm up before slicing or using.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.0 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.5 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 132 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.
