Samphire with Lemon and Butter Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Samphire with Lemon and Butter Sauce
20 min.
2
101kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with a delightful side dish that captures the essence of the sea: Samphire with Lemon and Butter Sauce. This stunning vegetarian and gluten-free recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, is perfect for those who appreciate the delicate flavors and textures that fresh ingredients can offer. Samphire, often referred to as sea asparagus, boasts a subtle brininess that pairs beautifully with zesty lemon and rich butter, creating a harmonious balance that tantalizes the palate.

Imagine sitting down to a beautifully plated meal, where the bright green samphire glistens under a light drizzle of lemon juice and a generous pat of unsalted butter. Topped off with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and the invigorating aroma of pressed garlic, this dish embodies simplicity and sophistication. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply wish to enjoy a nourishing meal at home, this recipe is sure to elevate your culinary repertoire.

With only 101 calories per serving, you can savor every bite without the guilt. Perfect as a complement to your main course or enjoyed on its own, Samphire with Lemon and Butter Sauce is a testament to how quick and easy cooking can create gourmet-like meals. Get ready to fall in love with this elegant dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of nature!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • clove garlic pressed
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 150 samphire - and trim away any damaged parts and the woody ends rinsed
  • 25 butter unsalted

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Steam the samphire for about 4 mins.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories101kcal
    Protein4.04%
    Fat90.13%
    Carbs5.83%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    31
    Glycemic Load
    0.15
    Inflammation Score
    -2
    Nutrition Score
    1.1456521778651%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.37mg
    Hesperetin
    1.09mg
    Naringenin
    0.1mg
    Myricetin
    0.03mg
    Quercetin
    0.05mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:101.26kcal
    5.06%
    Fat:10.54g
    16.22%
    Saturated Fat:6.43g
    40.17%
    Carbohydrates:1.54g
    0.51%
    Net Carbohydrates:1.01g
    0.37%
    Sugar:0.59g
    0.65%
    Cholesterol:26.88mg
    8.96%
    Sodium:1576.72mg
    68.55%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:1.06g
    2.13%
    Vitamin A:313.51IU
    6.27%
    Vitamin C:3.37mg
    4.09%
    Fiber:0.75g
    3.02%
    Vitamin E:0.3mg
    2.02%
    Manganese:0.04mg
    1.96%
    Vitamin D:0.19µg
    1.25%
    Vitamin B6:0.02mg
    1.14%
    Vitamin K:1.06µg
    1.01%