Yes, fresh lobster from New Englandis a well known delicacy, but did you know lobster is really good for you? Rich in protein, Vitamin B-12, Phosphorus and Zinc, lobster is also low in fat and calories and has zero carbohydrates. All told, lobster is real American comfort food and an incredibly healthy food.
The experts at the National Institute of Health list lobster as having fewer calories and saturated fats than both chicken and turkey. Here is a breakdown of a 3.5 ounce serving of each.
CHOLESTEROL CALORIES FATS
Maine Lobster 72 mg 98 0.1 g
Skinless Chicken 85 mg 173 1.3 g
Skinless Turkey 86 mg 140 0.4 g
New England restaurants from Maine to Rhode Island prepare lobsters in any number of elaborate ways. Baked stuffed, lobster salads, lobster ravioli, lobster chowder and more are among the specialties. However, most New England folks rely on the tried and true ways: Steamed (or boiled), grilled or broiled.
For lobster lovers, a fresh, steamed lobster has the best taste. Hard shell or new shell, lobster requires careful cook timing for best flavor. Cooking either too long or too short can turn the meat mushy or tough and greatly affect flavor. Perfectly cooked, the claw and tail meat is tender, sweet and delicious. If all this make you hungry, remember you don’t have to go to Maine. Today you can have live, fresh lobster delivered right to your front door anywhere in the country.
Here are the nutrients and the percentage of daily requirements found in a 3.5 ounce lobster tail.
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Lobster
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Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
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410 kJ (98 kcal)
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0 g
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0 g
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0 g
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0.59 g
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0.107 g
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0.091 g
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0.16 g
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20.5 g
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0 mg (0%)
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4 mg (267%)
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4 mg (27%)
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Pantothenic acid (B5)
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2 mg (40%)
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4 mg (308%)
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Folate (Vit. B9)
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2 μg (1%)
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0 mg (0%)
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6 mg (1%)
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2 mg (16%)
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8 mg (2%)
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15 mg (2%)
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0 mg (0%)
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15 mg (150%)
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Percentages are relative to US Recommendations for adults.
Source: USDA Nutrient Database |
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