Description
Lemon Caper Sauce is a vibrant, zesty condiment that elevates any dish with its bright flavors. The tangy freshness of lemons combined with the briny taste of capers creates a wonderfully balanced sauce perfect for drizzling over grilled fish, chicken, or roasted vegetables. Quick and easy to make, this sauce will impress your family and friends, adding a gourmet touch to your meals without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Zest the lemons using a microplane and set aside.
- Juice the lemons to yield about 1/4 cup of juice; discard seeds.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in drained capers and lemon juice, mixing well to combine.
- Remove from heat and fold in lemon zest and chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve warm over your choice of protein or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 143mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg