Vegan Classic Garlic Butter

Total time40 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

This whipped, herby spread gets its punch from plenty of minced garlic, fresh parsley, and a bright hit of lemon zest, with red pepper flakes for anyone who likes a little heat. It whips up fluffy and smooth, then rolls into a neat log that firms up in the fridge and slices into clean, perfect rounds. Melt a slice over roasted vegetables, stir it into pasta, or spread it on warm bread for an instant flavor boost. The garlic and parsley really shine here, giving every bite that classic savory aroma without any fuss. It's an easy make-ahead staple to keep stocked in a vegan kitchen, ready whenever a dish needs a rich, garlicky finish.

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Ingredients

8 servings

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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Chef's tip
Use a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one.
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
½ tsp lemon zest
¼ tsp kosher salt
⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or hand mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
2
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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