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Garlic Butter Lettuce: A Quick Flavorful Side Dish
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Garlic Butter Lettuce: A Quick Flavorful Side Dish

This 15-minute skillet dish caramelizes garlic into butter for a rich base that coats tender butter lettuce. Perfect for pairing with chicken or rice, it balances creamy depth with citrus brightness and a Parmesan finish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 heads butter lettuce, washed and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Trim and separate butter lettuce leaves
  2. Rinse in cold water until leaves squeak clean
  3. Dry thoroughly with paper towels or salad spinner
  4. Chop lettuce into 2-inch pieces
  5. Warm skillet on medium heat for 2 minutes
  6. Add butter and olive oil, melt gently
  7. Sauté garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes)
  8. Add chopped lettuce to skillet, tossing to coat
  9. Cook until lettuce wilts and butter turns golden-rust (3-5 minutes)
  10. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and stir in lemon juice
  11. Toss again to combine, then serve immediately

Notes

Use avocado oil as a neutral alternative to olive oil
Balsamic vinegar can substitute lemon juice for a contrasting tang
For vegan option, replace butter and Parmesan with vegan alternatives
Lettuce wilts quickly, so monitor closely to avoid overcooking