Parsley Butter

Elevate your dishes with this quick and flavorful Parsley Butter recipe, a perfect blend of creamy unsalted butter, vibrant fresh parsley, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile compound butter adds a punch of herbaceous flavor to everything from grilled steaks and baked seafood to roasted vegetables and freshly baked bread. The easy-to-follow steps guide you through creating a perfectly smooth and spreadable butter infused with the freshness of parsley and subtly balanced with salt and black pepper. Roll it into a convenient log for effortless slicing and storage—ideal for meal prep or an instant flavor boost. Whether used as a finishing touch or a cooking essential, this homemade parsley butter will transform your culinary creations into gourmet delights.

Nutriscore Rating: 29/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 30 grams fresh parsley leaves
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Take the unsalted butter out of the refrigerator and let it soften at room temperature until it is pliable but not melted.

Step 2

Finely chop the fresh parsley leaves. You can use a sharp chef’s knife or a food processor for a finer consistency.

Step 3

Mince the garlic clove into very small pieces or use a garlic press to achieve a smooth texture.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Use a fork or spatula to evenly mix all ingredients. Make sure the parsley and seasonings are well-distributed throughout the butter.

Step 6

Place a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a flat surface. Transfer the mixed butter onto it.

Step 7

Shape the butter into a log by rolling it tightly in the plastic wrap or parchment paper, securing the ends by twisting them.

Step 8

Refrigerate the parsley butter log for at least 1 hour or until it hardens. For quicker results, you can freeze it for 20-30 minutes.

Step 9

Once hardened, slice the parsley butter into discs as needed, or unwrap and use as a spread or melting garnish for your dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(158.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	842.8

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 250.2mg	0%
Sodium 2394.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 4.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 2.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103.5mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 332.8mg	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: 97.3%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 1.8%