Heart-Healthy Classic Steamed Lobster
Experience the pure, ocean-fresh flavor of our Heart-Healthy Classic Steamed Lobster, a wholesome and simple delight perfect for seafood lovers. This easy-to-follow recipe calls for fresh, live lobsters steamed to perfection with aromatic bay leaves, parsley, and just a hint of citrus from fresh lemons, resulting in tender, succulent meat that's naturally delicious. With no butter or oils required, this low-fat and sodium-conscious dish is perfect for those keeping their meals light and healthy. Ready in just 30 minutes, this elegant entrée is ideal for a date night, special occasion, or an indulgent yet heart-smart treat. Serve with extra lemon wedges to complement the delicate sweetness of the lobster, creating a fresh, guilt-free dining experience that embodies healthy eating at its most luxurious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole (1.5 pounds each) Live lobsters
- 2 gallons Water
- 2 whole Fresh lemon
- 3 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
Instructions
Begin by preparing your steaming setup. Fill a large stockpot with about 2 gallons of water, ensuring that the water level is below the steaming rack base or the bottom of your steaming insert.
Bring the water to a rolling boil. Add 2 tablespoons of coarse sea salt, the fresh parsley, bay leaves, and one halved lemon into the boiling water to infuse flavor during the steaming process.
While the water is coming to a boil, prepare the lobsters. Hold each lobster firmly and rinse them under cold running water.
Once the water has reached a rapid boil, place the lobsters in the steaming rack or insert, allowing enough space between them to steam evenly.
Cover the pot tightly with a lid and steam the lobsters for approximately 10-12 minutes for 1.5-pound lobsters. They should be a vibrant red and the tails should be curled.
Remove the lobsters using tongs and set aside to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Quarter the remaining lemon to serve alongside the lobsters for drizzling, offering a fresh, heart-healthy citrus flavor without additional fats.
Serve the steamed lobsters hot with lemon wedges and a garnish of fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 952 mg | 317% | |
| Sodium | 17660 mg | 768% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 220.7 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1886 mg | 145% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3804 mg | 81% | |
*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.
