Description
Creamy garlic butter spread brings Mediterranean coastal flavors to kitchen tables. Herbs and fresh ingredients blend seamlessly for a rich, aromatic condiment you’ll enjoy spreading on warm bread or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Combine softened butter with finely chopped garlic, freshly chopped parsley, tangy lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Gently fold the ingredients, ensuring a uniform blend of flavors and creating a creamy, aromatic spread.
- Optional: Drizzle a small amount of olive oil to enhance the texture and add a subtle richness to the mixture.
- Thoroughly mix all components until the spread achieves a smooth, consistent consistency.
- Transfer the garlic butter mixture into a sealed container, pressing down to remove any air pockets.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up slightly.
- When ready to serve, let the spread sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften.
- Spread generously on warm crusty bread, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or use as a flavorful cooking base for various dishes.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days, ensuring the container is tightly sealed to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Soften butter at room temperature for 30 minutes to ensure smooth, easy mixing without lumps.
- Use fresh garlic for the most vibrant flavor, finely mincing to distribute evenly throughout the spread.
- Consider roasting garlic beforehand for a deeper, mellower taste that adds complexity to the butter.
- Experiment with additional herbs like chives or dill to customize the spread and match different dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.2 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg