Lobster Tails with Citrus Butter

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of *Lobster Tails with Citrus Butter*, a stunning seafood dish that’s perfect for special occasions or an elegant dinner at home. Featuring tender, succulent lobster tails brushed with a zesty citrus butter infused with lemon, lime, and orange zest, this recipe adds a refreshing, vibrant twist to classic baked lobster. Enhanced with garlic, a hint of paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil, each bite boasts rich, buttery goodness and a burst of citrusy brightness. Ready in under 30 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated dish pairs beautifully with sides like steamed asparagus or creamy garlic mashed potatoes. Elevate your seafood night with this elegant and flavorful recipe that’s as impressive as it is easy to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Lobster tails
• 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2

Using kitchen shears, carefully cut down the top shell of each lobster tail, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pull the shell apart slightly and lift the lobster meat over the shell, resting it on top. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, lime zest, orange zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Brush each lobster tail generously with the citrus butter mixture, reserving some for later. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the lobster meat for additional moisture.

Step 5

Place the prepared lobster tails on the baking sheet and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 140°F or 60°C).

Step 6

While the lobster tails are baking, reheat the remaining citrus butter over low heat if needed.

Step 7

Remove the lobster tails from the oven and brush them with the reserved citrus butter. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for extra brightness, along with your choice of sides such as steamed asparagus or garlic mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(765.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1541.6

Total Fat 116.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 744.0mg	0%
Sodium 5203.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 119.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 570.1mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1283.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.3%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 1.9%