Keto Lemon Chardonnay Cream Sauce
Transform your dishes with the luscious Keto Lemon Chardonnay Cream Sauce, a gourmet blend of rich, tangy, and savory flavors perfect for low-carb lifestyles. This velvety sauce combines the buttery undertones of sautéed garlic with the crisp, fruity notes of Chardonnay wine, expertly balanced by heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a smooth, indulgent texture. A splash of fresh lemon juice and zest brightens up the dish, while hints of black pepper and chopped parsley add depth and a pop of freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for drizzling over grilled chicken, seared fish, or roasted vegetables, turning simple ingredients into restaurant-quality keto meals. Perfect for those seeking a low-carb, high-flavor culinary upgrade, this recipe is as refined as it is easy to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Chardonnay wine
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in the Chardonnay wine and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the wine to simmer and reduce by half, about 3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream, stirring continuously to combine with the reduced wine.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, and mix well.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Simmer the sauce for another 2 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables for a keto-friendly dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.1 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 1952 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.0 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 192 mg | 4% | |
*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.
