Grilled Lobster Tails

Elevate your next cookout with these irresistible Grilled Lobster Tails, a show-stopping dish that’s surprisingly simple to prepare. Featuring tender, succulent lobster meat brushed with a flavorful garlic-butter mixture and kissed by the gentle char of the grill, this recipe is a seafood lover’s dream. A splash of tangy lemon juice, a hint of smoky paprika, and a garnish of fresh parsley add bright, zesty notes to complement the rich lobster. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for an elegant dinner party or a laid-back summer barbecue. Serve these beautifully grilled lobster tails with lemon wedges for squeezing and watch your guests be wowed by this gourmet-inspired delicacy.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Lobster tails
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375-400°F (190-200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Using kitchen shears, cut down the middle of the lobster tail shells lengthwise, stopping at the base of the tail. Avoid cutting through the meat. Gently pry the shells apart and carefully lift the meat slightly, so it rests on top of the shells, but remains attached at the base.

Step 3

In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Reserve half of this garlic butter for serving.

Step 4

Brush the lobster meat generously with the prepared garlic butter. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over each tail to prevent drying while grilling.

Step 5

Place the lobster tails shell-side down on the preheated grill. Close the lid and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and firm to the touch. Frequently baste with more garlic butter as they cook.

Step 6

Remove the lobster tails from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Brush them with the reserved garlic butter for an extra burst of flavor.

Step 7

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	753 grams (753.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1149

Total Fat 68.60g	88%
Saturated Fat 31.40g	157%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 620mg	207%
Sodium 4014mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 12.10g	4%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 4.10g
Protein 119.60g	239%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 562mg	43%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1393mg	30%

*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: 54.0%

Protein: 41.8%

Carbs: 4.2%