Baked Oysters with Garlic Butter
Baked Oysters with Garlic Butter is a classic seafood dish featuring fresh oysters topped with a rich mixture of minced garlic, butter, and often herbs like parsley, then baked until bubbly. It's a popular appetizer or starter, particularly associated with coastal cuisine in regions like the Gulf Coast of the United States, France, and parts of Asia.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively high in protein from the oysters and fat from the butter, with minimal carbohydrates. Oysters are an excellent source of zinc, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, and a typical serving (about 6 oysters) contains roughly 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Zinc | 30 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 15 mcg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Iron | 5 mg |
| Copper | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin D | 6 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 500 mg |
Per 6 medium oysters (about 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Oysters have been a food source for humans for thousands of years, and this preparation highlights their natural briny flavor while the garlic butter adds a luxurious, savory richness. Nutritionally, oysters are one of the most nutrient-dense foods available, providing more zinc per serving than almost any other food.
