Description
Lemon Caper Sauce is a vibrant and zesty condiment that brings life to any dish. With the bright acidity of fresh lemons and the briny punch of capers, this sauce enhances grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables alike. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Impress your family and friends with this delightful sauce that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: lemons, capers, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Zest one lemon into a bowl and then juice both lemons until you have approximately 1/4 cup of juice.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, capers, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice or salt if desired.
- Serve drizzled over grilled chicken, roasted veggies, or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg