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Simple Lemon Caper Sauce

This bright and tangy lemon caper sauce is perfect for drizzling over fish, pasta, or vegetables, adding a burst of flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained and rinsed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, capers, and minced garlic. Heat over medium-low heat until warm, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the mixture is emulsified and slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and black pepper.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or pepper as desired.
  5. Serve immediately over your choice of fish, pasta, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or a splash of white wine during cooking.

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