Low Fat Lemon Chardonnay Cream Sauce
Brighten up your dishes with this *Low Fat Lemon Chardonnay Cream Sauce*, a rich yet guilt-free addition to your favorite meals. Bursting with the zesty flavors of fresh lemon juice and zest, subtly balanced by the smooth, fruity notes of Chardonnay, this sauce offers a sophisticated depth of flavor. Creamy low-fat sour cream adds luxurious texture without the extra calories, while garlic, shallots, and fresh parsley create a savory, herbaceous finish. Perfectly simmered to perfection, it's the ideal complement to grilled chicken, flaky white fish, or tender vegetables. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce is both quick to make and a healthier choice—great for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Keywords: low-fat cream sauce, lemon sauce, chardonnay cream sauce, healthy sauce recipe, quick sauce recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Shallot, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Chardonnay wine
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Low-fat sour cream
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot to the pan, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the shallot becomes translucent and fragrant.
Pour in the Chardonnay and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to reduce by half, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the low-sodium chicken broth and return to a simmer for another 3 minutes.
Add the lemon zest and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the low-fat sour cream until the sauce is smooth and well-combined.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over your choice of grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 740 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
