Heart-Healthy Garlic Butter Sauce

Elevate your favorite meals with this Heart-Healthy Garlic Butter Sauce, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic. Made with extra virgin olive oil and plant-based butter, this recipe is a cholesterol-friendly option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Sautéed garlic infuses the sauce with a bold, aromatic base, while freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped parsley add a vibrant, zesty finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce is perfect for drizzling over steamed vegetables, grilled fish, or your favorite whole-grain pasta. With its rich, dairy-free creaminess and heart-smart ingredients, it’s a delicious way to enjoy a healthier lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Unsalted plant-based butter
4 units Garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place a small saucepan over medium heat and add the extra virgin olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted plant-based butter to the saucepan, stirring until it melts completely.

Step 4

Mix in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Continue to cook the sauce on low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.

Step 7

Serve the garlic butter sauce warm drizzled over steamed vegetables, grilled fish, or pasta. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(137.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	709.6

Total Fat 78.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1193.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 6.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 66.5mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 243.8mg	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: 95.6%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 3.6%