Oysters, baked or broiled: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Baked or broiled oysters, often topped with butter, garlic, and breadcrumbs, offer a warm, savory, and slightly crispy twist on the classic mollusk. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 2-4 Prep Time: 15 minutes (if oysters are already shucked) Ingredients: - 1 dozen fresh oysters, scrubbed clean and shucked (on the half shell) - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular) - 1/4 tsp black pepper - Lemon wedges, for serving Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or preheat broiler. 2. Arrange shucked oysters on the half shell on a baking sheet, ideally on a bed of rock salt to keep them stable. 3. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, and black pepper. 4. Spoon a small amount of the butter-breadcrumb mixture over each oyster. 5. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or broil for 3-5 minutes, until the edges of the oysters curl and the topping is golden brown and bubbly. 6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Per 100g reference serving, Oysters, baked or broiled provides 104 kcal of energy, 7.11g protein (28% of calories), 3.39g total carbohydrates (13% of calories, including 0g dietary fiber and 0.78g sugars), and 6.66g total fat (59% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Oysters, baked or broiled (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 9.24 µg | 100% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 36 µg | 4% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 1.73 mg | 11.5% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 5 µg | 4.2% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.019 mg | 1.6% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.106 mg | 8.2% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.09 mg | 6.8% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.064 mg | 3.8% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 7 µg | 1.8% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 7 µg | 1.8% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 7 µg | 1.8% DV |
| Choline | 81.1 mg | 14.7% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 35 µg | 3.9% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 9 µg | 0.2% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Oysters, baked or broiled (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 5.73 mg | 31.8% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 74 mg | 5.7% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 22 mg | 5.2% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 194 mg | 4.1% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 48.8 mg | 100% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 24.5 µg | 44.5% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 121 mg | 9.7% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 3.55 mg | 100% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 321 mg | 14% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.169 g | 33.8% DV |
| Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 0.22 g | 44% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.249 g | 15.6% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 1.21 g | 8.6% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 1.92 g | 6.4% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 1.96 g | 9.8% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 1.77 g | 8.9% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 53 mg | 17.7% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Oysters, baked or broiled contains 104 calories (kcal), 7.11g of protein, 3.39g of carbohydrates (0g fiber, 0.78g total sugars), and 6.66g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Oysters, baked or broiled has an estimated food pH of 6.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 2.35 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Oysters, baked or broiled: Molluscs. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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