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Lemon or lime glaze for chicken, fish or vegetables

April 10, 2026

Recipe

This tangy glaze adds flavor and moisture without adding fat. Serve over chicken, fish or vegetables.

Serves 4

This tangy glaze adds flavor and moisture without adding fat. Serve over chicken, fish or vegetables.

In a microwavable bowl, combine all the ingredients. Whisk to mix evenly. Microwave on high until clear and thickened, for about 1-2 minutes. Serve right away.

1 teaspoon lemon or lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon or lime zest
1/2 cup unsalted chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped dried parsley
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch

DASH Eating Plan Servings

Dairy foods (low-fat or fat-free) Fats and oils Fruits Grains and grain products Meats, poultry and fish Nuts, seeds and dry beans 1/3 Sweets Vegetables

Diabetes Meal Plan Choices

Fats Dairy foods (low-fat or fat-free) Fruits Meat and meat substitutes Milk and milk products Nonstarchy vegetables Starches Sweets, desserts and other carbohydrates

Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid Servings

Carbohydrates Fats Fruits Protein and dairy 1/4 Sweets Vegetables

Nutritional analysis per serving

Calcium 23 Calories 5 g Total carbohydrate 0 mg Cholesterol Trace Dietary fiber Trace Monounsaturated fat Potassium 0.5 g Protein Trace Saturated fat 2 tablespoons Serving size 10 mg Sodium Trace Total fat