Low Sodium Creamy Herb Sauce
Transform your dishes with this luxurious **Low Sodium Creamy Herb Sauce**, a perfect blend of rich flavors and health-conscious preparation! Made with a velvety base of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and low-sodium broth, this sauce is brimming with the freshness of parsley, dill, and thyme. Garlic adds depth, while a hint of lemon juice balances the richness with a vibrant tang. Ideal for drizzling over chicken, fish, pasta, or steamed vegetables, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a must-have for anyone seeking a flavorful yet heart-healthy accompaniment. Designed for low-sodium diets without compromising on taste, this herb-infused sauce is proof that simple, high-quality ingredients can create something truly special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Continue whisking until the mixture begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream, allowing the sauce to simmer and thicken for another 2 minutes.
Add the chopped parsley, dill, thyme, and black pepper, stirring to combine all the flavors evenly.
Stir in the lemon juice for a touch of acidity and freshness.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes to enhance the flavors.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more herbs or lemon juice if desired, keeping in mind no additional salt is added.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.8 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 184 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.
