Creamy Lemon Sauce Recipe

Elevate your vegetables with this bright and creamy lemon sauce! Ready in just 12 minutes, this simple recipe adds a burst of fresh lemon flavor to any dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a sophisticated side for a special occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 189.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Lemon Sauce

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How to Make Creamy Lemon Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour until smooth.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the zest of 1 lemon and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (consider adding a pinch of salt).
  4. Serve immediately over your favorite steamed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

60g

Carbs

1g