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A fresh and elegant lobster salad featuring tender lobster chunks with a creamy, zesty dressing, perfect as a light lunch or classy appetizer.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs cooked lobster meat, cut into ¾-inch chunks
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise (choose a rich, creamy variety)
  • 1.5 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup celery, finely diced (use inner stalks only)
  • 1 tbsp chives, thinly sliced, plus extra for garnish
  • salt to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut cooked lobster meat into 3/4-inch chunks.
  2. Finely dice celery (use inner stalks only).
  3. Thinly slice chives.
  4. Chill a mixing bowl until cold.
  5. Add lobster, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, diced celery, and sliced chives to the chilled bowl.
  6. Gently fold ingredients together until just combined, taking care not to mash the lobster.
  7. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, taste, and adjust as needed.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes.
  9. Serve cold, nestled in crunchy lettuce cups, toasted rolls, or over creamy avocado slices.

Notes

Sprinkle extra chives on top for garnish., Serve well chilled for best taste., Choose fresh lobster meat for best flavor., Keep mixing bowl cold to maintain texture., Do not overmix to keep lobster chunks intact., Taste and adjust seasoning gradually., Serve in lettuce cups, toasted buns, or with avocado for variety., Can be made up to 24 hours in advance and chilled., Do not freeze the salad to maintain texture.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 24 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g per serving
  • Protein: 28 g per serving