Vegetarian Garlic-Parsley Butter
This compound butter is the kind of kitchen staple that quietly transforms everything it touches — from a slab of crusty bread to a pile of roasted vegetables to a just-cooked piece of fish. Bright parsley, punchy garlic, a hint of lemon zest, and a whisper of heat from optional red pepper flakes all fold into creamy, softened butter for something that tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. The whole process takes just minutes, and shaping it into a log means you can slice off a perfect round whenever you need it. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly plant-derived or dairy-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden meat-based additives sneaking in. Keeping a log in the freezer means you're always one slice away from elevating a weeknight dinner. It's the kind of small, make-ahead move that makes you feel like you actually have your cooking life together.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 3 tbsp fresh flat-leaf 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 evenly spreadable, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir and fold until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter with no streaks.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!