Low Sodium Grilled Oysters with Herbed Butter
Indulge in the smoky, briny goodness of **Low Sodium Grilled Oysters with Herbed Butter**, a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for your next backyard barbecue or dinner party. This recipe balances the natural salinity of fresh oysters with a lush, aromatic herbed butter made from unsalted butter, parsley, thyme, garlic, and a kiss of lemon zest. Grilled to perfection in their shells, each oyster is infused with buttery, herbaceous flavors while maintaining its tender texture. A drizzle of olive oil prevents sticking and enhances the grill’s smoky aroma, while a final splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-sodium seafood delicacy is a quick, heart-healthy way to elevate your menu. Serve warm with a fresh green salad or crusty bread to soak up the buttery juices—your guests will be raving! Perfect keywords: low sodium seafood recipes, grilled oysters with butter, heart-healthy shellfish dishes, easy grilling recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Fresh oysters in their shells
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 450°F (230°C).
Carefully shuck the oysters, leaving the oysters in the deeper half of the shell. Discard the top shell.
In a small bowl, combine the unsalted butter, parsley, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper. Mix well until you achieve a smooth, even consistency.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the herbed butter mixture onto each oyster.
Gently drizzle each oyster with a small amount of olive oil to help prevent sticking.
Place the oysters on the grill, ensuring they are slightly slanted so the butter doesn’t spill out.
Grill the oysters for about 5-7 minutes, or until the butter is melted and starts to bubble, and the edges of the oysters begin to curl.
Remove the oysters from the grill using tongs and place them on a serving platter.
Drizzle the grilled oysters with fresh lemon juice before serving for an additional burst of flavor.
Serve the oysters immediately while warm, accompanied by lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.1 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.6 g | 193% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 1094 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 85.3 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 96.0 mcg | 480% | |
| Calcium | 771 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 73.0 mg | 406% | |
| Potassium | 2777 mg | 59% | |
*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.
