Seafood Superfood

Oysters are a nutritional powerhouse from the sea. One 3-ounce serving of Pacific oysters provides 190% of the daily value of selenium, 45% of the daily value of iron, and 20% of the daily value of vitamin C, all for just 140 calories. One 3-ounce serving of oysters contains 16 grams of high-quality protein. The seafood also provides zinc and vitamin A. These vitamins and minerals in oysters are critical for proper immune function.

Ways to Eat Oysters

Most people are familiar with raw oysters served in the half shell, but there are many other ways to eat oysters. These include

• oysters Rockefeller,
• oyster stew,
• oyster stuffing,
• scalloped oysters, and
• grilled oysters.