Lemon Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Lemon Sauce
45 min.
3
236kcal

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If you love adding a zesty twist to your dishes, this lemon sauce is the perfect recipe to elevate your meals. With a fresh citrus flavor, it's ideal for drizzling over grilled vegetables, roasted meats, or even as a topping for desserts like cheesecake or fruit tarts. Whether you're looking to make a light and refreshing sauce for a savory dish or a sweet and tangy complement for a sweet treat, this lemon sauce will do the trick. It's not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also low in FODMAPs, making it a versatile choice for those with dietary sensitivities.

What sets this recipe apart is its creamy texture combined with the brightness of lemon. The light butter or margarine adds a silky smooth finish, while the fresh lemon juice and grated rind infuse every bite with a burst of flavor. The sauce thickens slightly as it cools, allowing you to adjust the consistency to your preference. Plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 45 minutes. It’s the perfect addition to any meal, bringing balance and brightness to every plate.

So, whether you’re making a fresh summer dish or a comforting winter meal, this lemon sauce will add a touch of elegance and a lot of flavor to your cooking. Enjoy it served warm or chilled, and let the natural, fresh taste of lemon shine through!

Ingredients

  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.3 cup half-and-half fat-free
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon rind grated
  • tablespoons butter light

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  2. Add butter and lemon juice; cook over low heat, stirring constantly, just until mixture coats the back of a spoon (about 160).
  3. Remove from heat; stir in lemon rind.
  4. Serve at room temperature or chilled. (
  5. Mixture thickens as it cools.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein5.12%
Fat35.93%
Carbs58.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.36
Glycemic Load
23.27
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.1347825941832%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.49mg
Hesperetin
1.45mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:235.99kcal
11.8%
Fat:9.71g
14.93%
Saturated Fat:5.5g
34.35%
Carbohydrates:35.83g
11.94%
Net Carbohydrates:35.77g
13.01%
Sugar:34.58g
38.42%
Cholesterol:77.82mg
25.94%
Sodium:48.83mg
2.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.11g
6.23%
Selenium:6.04µg
8.63%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.28%
Phosphorus:68.3mg
6.83%
Vitamin A:336.94IU
6.74%
Vitamin C:4.44mg
5.38%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.48%
Calcium:36.31mg
3.63%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.6%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.16%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.8%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.8%
Folate:10.8µg
2.7%
Iron:0.47mg
2.62%
Potassium:84.95mg
2.43%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.36%
Magnesium:6.5mg
1.62%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.45%
Source:My Recipes