Steamed Lobster with Lemon-Herb Butter

Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
9%
Steamed Lobster with Lemon-Herb Butter
45 min.
6
394kcal

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If you're craving a luxurious yet simple seafood dish, this Steamed Lobster with Lemon-Herb Butter is the perfect choice. Succulent lobsters are gently steamed to perfection and served with a decadent, aromatic herb butter that will make your taste buds dance with joy. With fresh basil, chives, and Italian parsley mixed into a buttery sauce, each bite is a burst of flavors that complement the natural sweetness of the lobster. The tangy lemon juice adds a refreshing zing, making this dish the ultimate comfort food for any special occasion or casual dinner party.

Not only is this recipe a treat for the senses, but it's also versatile, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, so everyone can indulge without worry. The delicate balance of herbs and butter enhances the lobster’s natural flavor, ensuring a delightful meal that’s both rich and satisfying. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it's an easy yet impressive meal to serve to your guests or enjoy as a special dinner for yourself. Whether paired with a crisp glass of white wine or enjoyed with family, this dish will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cup butter (2 sticks)
  • teaspoons basil fresh chopped
  • teaspoons chives fresh chopped
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • servings lemon wedges 
  • 7.5 pound pd of lobster 
  • teaspoons parsley fresh italian chopped

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook lobsters in 2 large pots of boiling salted water until shells are pink and lobsters are just cooked through, about 11 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan.
  3. Add lemon juice and herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve lobsters with lemon wedges and warm herb butter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories394kcal
Protein26.97%
Fat72.78%
Carbs0.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.08
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.051304399319%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.29mg
Hesperetin
0.52mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.28kcal
19.71%
Fat:31.88g
49.05%
Saturated Fat:19.74g
123.35%
Carbohydrates:0.25g
0.08%
Net Carbohydrates:0.21g
0.07%
Sugar:0.1g
0.11%
Cholesterol:282.96mg
94.32%
Sodium:914.88mg
39.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.58g
53.16%
Selenium:101.36µg
144.8%
Copper:2.14mg
107.15%
Zinc:5.64mg
37.61%
Vitamin B12:2.05µg
34.15%
Phosphorus:265.2mg
26.52%
Vitamin B5:2.35mg
23.47%
Vitamin A:971.2IU
19.42%
Magnesium:61.44mg
15.36%
Vitamin E:2.26mg
15.09%
Calcium:143.21mg
14.32%
Vitamin B3:2.55mg
12.74%
Potassium:330.96mg
9.46%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.42%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.55%
Folate:17.88µg
4.47%
Vitamin K:4.04µg
3.85%
Iron:0.44mg
2.42%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.32%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.12%
Vitamin C:1.42mg
1.72%
Source:Epicurious