Nothing really beats a rich and silky lemon butter sauce that can instantly elevate a simple weeknight dinner to a fancy restaurant-level meal. This incredibly versatile liquid gold strikes the perfect balance between bright citrus flavor and creamy, delicious texture. Whether you want to drizzle it over roasted chicken, pour it on asparagus, or add a bit of flavor to roasted potatoes, this sauce comes together in under 10 minutes. It’s smooth, silky, and super easy to make — Definitely a staple you’ll keep coming back to again and again.
Ingredients
Yield: 1/3 cup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces so it melts even
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Parsley, for garnish
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Melt the butter in a small pot over low heat — Tip: Don’t turn up the heat too much, the butter should melt slowly so it doesn’t turn brown or burn.
Step 2: Add the grated garlic and salt, and let it cook for about a minute (Just until you can smell the garlic).
Step 3: Remove the pan from the stove right away. Stir in the lemon juice so it all mixes together nice and smooth.
Step 4: Add some freshly ground black pepper to taste and finish the dish with a sprinkle of parsley and red pepper flakes if you’re using them. It’s ready to serve!
Why you will love Lemon Butter Sauce
It saves a ton of time, you can whip it up in just about five minutes. It’s perfect for those nights when you are tired but still want something that tastes like a home-cooked meal instead of just grabbing a snack!
I look forward to hear what you think, so please leave a comment if you give it a go!
Lemon Butter Sauce
You will love this Lemon Butter Sauce because it is ready in 5 minutes and instantly makes pasta or veggies taste restaurant-quality. It is bright, savory, and super easy!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces so it melts even
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Parsley, for garnish
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a small pot over low heat — Tip: Don’t turn up the heat too much, the butter should melt slowly so it doesn’t turn brown or burn.
- Add the grated garlic and salt, and let it cook for about a minute (Just until you can smell the garlic).
- Remove the pan from the stove right away. Stir in the lemon juice so it all mixes together nice and smooth.
- Add some freshly ground black pepper to taste and finish the dish with a sprinkle of parsley and red pepper flakes if you’re using them. It’s ready to serve!
Notes
- To make this dish vegetarian, simply replace the butter with your favorite plant-based butter (avoid adding salt if the plant-based butter is salted)
- Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; just gently reheat before serving.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 116Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 8gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 33mgSodium 142mgCarbohydrates 1gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 0g
Just a heads up—the calorie count and nutritional info here are just estimates! The actual numbers might vary a bit depending on the brands and ingredients you use.