Low Fat Lemon Butter Sauce

Brighten up your meals with this zesty and guilt-free Low Fat Lemon Butter Sauce, the perfect balance of tangy and creamy flavors without the heavy calories! Crafted with low-fat chicken broth and fresh lemon juice, this light yet velvety sauce gets its richness from a touch of unsalted butter and a thickening cornstarch slurry. Infused with vibrant lemon zest, a hint of white pepper, and fresh chopped parsley, it’s a versatile accompaniment that elevates fish, chicken, and roasted vegetables alike. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy sauce is a fantastic way to add a gourmet touch to your dishes while keeping things light and healthy. Indulge in the fresh, citrusy flavors of this homemade sauce—your new go-to for effortless elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup low-fat chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.125 teaspoon salt
• 0.125 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the low-fat chicken broth and fresh lemon juice. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water until completely dissolved to create a slurry.

Step 3

Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering broth and lemon juice mixture, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 4

Continue to whisk and cook the mixture until it thickens, which should take about 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter one tablespoon at a time, allowing each piece to melt fully before adding the next.

Step 6

Once the butter is fully incorporated, add the lemon zest, salt, and white pepper, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Finish the sauce by stirring in the chopped parsley, and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the low-fat lemon butter sauce warm over your choice of fish, chicken, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(252.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	259.3

Total Fat 24.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 733.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 1.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30.9mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 132.6mg	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: 79.6%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 18.8%