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Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe

A simple and delicious lemon butter sauce perfect for fish, chicken, or pasta.
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Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • ½ cup Butter unsalted
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest finely grated
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the lemon juice and zest, whisking continuously.
  3. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to whisk until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 20mg | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 20mg

Keywords

Lemon Butter Sauce
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