Low Sodium Baked Oysters with Garlic Parmesan Butter
Elevate your seafood game with these Low Sodium Baked Oysters with Garlic Parmesan Butter, a sophisticated yet approachable dish that's bursting with flavor. Freshly shucked oysters are topped with a luscious blend of unsalted butter, garlic, grated Parmesan, and a splash of lemon juice, delivering a rich and savory punch without overloading on salt. Finished with a golden-brown breadcrumb topping, these oysters bake to perfection in just 10 minutes, making them an ideal appetizer or elegant main course. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside lemon wedges, this low sodium recipe offers a healthier spin on a decadent classic, perfect for dinner parties, date nights, or any occasion where indulgence meets mindful eating.
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Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh oysters
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
- 0.25 cup breadcrumbs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
Step 2
Shuck the oysters, carefully cutting the muscle to detach it from the shell. Leave the oyster in the deeper shell half and discard the flatter shell.
Step 3
Arrange the oysters on a baking sheet lined with coarse crumbled foil to keep them stable (or use an oyster shell pan if available).
Step 4
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and black pepper until evenly combined.
Step 6
Spoon the garlic Parmesan butter mixture evenly over each shucked oyster.
Step 7
Sprinkle a small amount of breadcrumbs over each oyster to add a bit of texture.
Step 8
Bake the oysters in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for an extra citrusy zest.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (502.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 847.2 |
| Total Fat 63.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 312mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1079.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.0g | |
| Protein 36.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1075.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 486.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 838.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories