Description
Lemon Cream Sauce is a luscious, zesty addition that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary meals. This creamy sauce combines fresh lemon juice, rich heavy cream, and aromatic garlic to create a delightful flavor explosion. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, grilled chicken, or steamed vegetables, it’s versatile and easy to make—ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this Lemon Cream Sauce will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop for easy access.
- Zest and juice the lemons; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the heavy cream and lemon juice; simmer on low for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
- Serve warm over pasta or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sauce
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg