Description
Homemade garlic butter spread blends rich creamy butter with zesty roasted garlic for an irresistible condiment. Slathered on warm bread or melted over grilled meats, this simple recipe elevates meals with Mediterranean-inspired flavors you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Thoroughly soften butter at room temperature for optimal blending consistency.
- Finely mince fresh garlic cloves to release maximum aromatic flavors and ensure even distribution.
- Chop parsley leaves into delicate, uniform pieces to enhance visual appeal and herb infusion.
- Place softened butter in a medium mixing bowl, creating a creamy base for the spread.
- Add precisely minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold and blend ingredients using a silicone spatula until completely homogeneous.
- For a vibrant citrus twist, incorporate a measured splash of fresh lemon juice.
- Stir once more to ensure complete ingredient integration and balanced flavor profile.
- Transfer spread to a serving dish or store in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for up to one week, allowing flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve at room temperature as a versatile condiment for bread, grilled vegetables, or roasted meats.
Notes
- Soften butter at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Use fresh garlic for the most vibrant and intense flavor profile.
- Try different herbs like basil or chives to customize the spread’s taste.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 133 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 61 mg