Low Sodium Lemon Butter Sauce
Indulge in the bright, tangy flavors of this **Low Sodium Lemon Butter Sauce**, a perfect finishing touch for everything from grilled seafood to steamed vegetables. Crafted with unsalted butter, fresh lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and a hint of parsley, this heart-healthy version of a classic sauce is low in sodium but overflowing with zest and richness. The quick prep time of just 15 minutes makes it an ideal choice for enhancing weeknight dinners or elegant meals alike. With the freshness of lemon zest and a touch of black and white pepper for subtle spice, this versatile sauce adds a gourmet touch to your plate without overpowering natural flavors. Whether you're drizzling it over tender asparagus or delicate fish fillets, this herb-infused lemon butter sauce is sure to elevate any dish while keeping things light and vibrant.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
Finely mince the garlic and set aside.
Chop the parsley finely and measure out a tablespoon, then set aside for garnishing.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, swirling occasionally to ensure even melting and to prevent browning.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Pour in the fresh lemon juice and add the lemon zest, stirring to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together. Stir periodically.
Add black pepper and white pepper to the sauce, adjusting to taste.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the lemon butter sauce immediately, drizzling it over your choice of protein or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 119 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.
