This whip-fast compound spread leans on fresh garlic, chopped parsley, and bright lemon zest for a punch of flavor in every bite. A touch of red pepper flakes adds warmth without overpowering the herby, citrusy base, while kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper round everything out. The whole mixture comes together in minutes and rolls into a neat log that firms up in the fridge, ready to slice into rounds whenever you need it. Spoon a pat over grilled vegetables, warm crusty bread, or roasted fish for an instant boost of flavor that fits naturally into a Mediterranean-style table. It keeps well for a week in the fridge, so it's worth making a batch to have on hand for busy weeknights. Simple, fragrant, and endlessly useful — this is a staple worth keeping in rotation.
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Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or hand mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
Add the minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir and fold until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter.
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