Garlic and Parsley Herb Butter

Elevate your meals with this rich and versatile Garlic and Parsley Herb Butter, a quick and flavorful recipe that comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. Made with creamy unsalted butter, freshly minced garlic, vibrant parsley, a touch of lemon juice, and a perfect balance of salt and pepper, this compound butter is bursting with bright, savory flavors. Whether you're melting it over a sizzling steak, spreading it on warm crusty bread, or stirring it into freshly cooked pasta, this easy-to-make herb butter adds gourmet flair to any dish. With simple ingredients and an effortless process, it's a must-have condiment for elevating everyday meals or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Plus, it stores beautifully in the refrigerator or freezer, so you’ll always have a burst of flavor ready to go.

Nutriscore Rating: 26/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 227 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 4 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Take the butter out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press for a smoother texture.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh parsley leaves, discarding the stems.

Step 4

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 5

Using a fork or a spatula, mash and mix the ingredients together until they are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Step 6

Transfer the herb butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log or press it into a small container, as desired.

Step 7

Chill the herb butter in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up before using.

Step 8

To serve, slice the butter log into coins or scoop it directly from the container. This herb butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(260.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1673.5

Total Fat 194.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 502.6mg	0%
Sodium 2402.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 4.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.0mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 217.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 98.5%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 0.9%