Lemon-Basil Butter

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Ingredients

  • 3 shallots
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Process shallots in food processor until finely chopped. Add butter; process until well blended. Add remaining ingredients. Pulse until basil is finely chopped and evenly distributed.
  2. Roll mixture into a 1-inch log on wax paper. Wrap and chill until firm. Cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place a slice on each serving of fresh, cooked fish.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

376 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.9g 18% DV
Total Fat 26.2g 34% DV
Carbs 33.5g 12% DV
Fiber 13.4g 48% DV
Sugar 10.3g 21% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9730.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 1100mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 9.5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 10mg 11% DV
Calcium 613.8mg 47% DV
Iron 24.1mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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