Three Herb Butter

Elevate your cooking with this luxurious Three Herb Butter, a flavorful blend of creamy unsalted butter infused with fresh parsley, thyme, and chives. Accented by the aromatic punch of garlic and zesty lemon, this easy-to-make compound butter adds a gourmet touch to any dish. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a versatile condiment perfect for spreading on warm bread, melting over grilled meats and vegetables, or enhancing your favorite recipes. Conveniently shaped into a log for easy slicing, this buttery delight can be refrigerated or frozen for later use. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or sprucing up a weekday meal, this herby butter is your secret weapon for unforgettable flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 226 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Allow the unsalted butter to come to room temperature until softened but not melted (about 15–20 minutes).

Step 2

2. Finely chop the fresh parsley, thyme leaves, and chives. Ensure no large stems are included.

Step 3

3. Mince the garlic clove finely or use a garlic press for a smoother consistency.

Step 4

4. In a medium bowl, add the softened butter, chopped parsley, thyme, chives, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

5. Use a fork or a spatula to thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well combined and evenly distributed.

Step 6

6. Place a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a flat surface. Spoon the herb butter mixture onto the center of the sheet.

Step 7

7. Shape the butter into a log by rolling it inside the plastic wrap or parchment paper, twisting the ends to seal tightly.

Step 8

8. Refrigerate the herb butter for at least 1 hour to firm up before using. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to 3 months.

Step 9

9. Slice off portions as needed and enjoy on bread, meats, vegetables, or any dish that needs a herby, buttery boost!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	246.7 grams (246.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1660

Total Fat 193.80g	248%
Saturated Fat 113.00g	565%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 1219mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 2.70g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 0.10g
Protein 2.20g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 82mg	6%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 150mg	3%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 98.9%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 0.6%