Low Carb Lemon Butter Sauce

Elevate your meals with this rich and zesty Low Carb Lemon Butter Sauce, a delectable blend of creamy butter, tangy lemon, and aromatic garlic that’s perfect for keto and low-carb diets. Ready in just 15 minutes, this effortless sauce features fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a touch of heavy cream to create a luxuriously smooth texture. The flavor is beautifully rounded out with freshly chopped parsley and a hint of black pepper, making it an ideal pairing for grilled fish, juicy chicken, or steamed vegetables. Whether you're looking to add a gourmet touch to a weeknight dinner or impress guests with a restaurant-quality dish, this versatile sauce is a quick and flavorful way to take your cooking to the next level.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Place the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Allow it to melt completely, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic to the saucepan. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Gently whisk in the heavy cream, ensuring it combines smoothly with the melted butter.

Step 4

Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest to the pan, and continue to whisk until the mixture is well incorporated.

Step 5

Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and color.

Step 8

Serve the low carb lemon butter sauce immediately over your choice of dish, such as grilled fish, chicken, or steamed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(159.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	628.4

Total Fat 68.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 184mg	0%
Sodium 620.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Protein 1.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 41.1mg	0%
Iron 0.5mg	0%
Potassium 115.2mg	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: 96.0%

Protein: 0.7%

Carbs: 3.3%