Lime Butter

By Molly O’Neill

Published July 16, 1994

Total Time
5 minutes
Rating
5(9)
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Ingredients

Yield:One-quarter cup

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 teaspoons grated lime zest

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint, optional

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

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Nutritional analysis per serving

1 gram carbs; 61 milligrams cholesterol; 207 calories; 7 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 14 grams saturated fat; 23 grams fat; 93 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, cream the butter with the lime zest, salt and mint, if using. Gradually stir in the lime juice. Use immediately or refrigerate.

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Barbara G

Was very difficult to stir in lime juice so used immersion blender. I think the recipe would be better if blending options were given up front. Very tasty on salmon.

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