Cold Lobster and Vanilla Bean Salad Over Fresh Maic

Name: Cold Lobster and Vanilla Bean Salad Over Fresh Maiche with Toasted Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 vanilla beans, split in half and pulp removed; 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil; 1 egg*; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon leaves; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 pound cooked fresh lobster meat, diced 1/2-inch thick; 1/2 pound Idaho potatoes, peeled, diced 1/2-inch thick, cooked until tender and cooled; 1/4 cup small diced red onion; 1/4 cup small diced celery; 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1/2 pound fresh maiche, cleaned; 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh parsley leaves; 12 toasted French bread rounds (2 inches by 1/4-inch thick)

Servings: persons

2 vanilla beans, split in half and pulp removed
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
1 egg*
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon leaves
1 lemon, juiced
1 pound cooked fresh lobster meat, diced 1/2-inch thick
1/2 pound Idaho potatoes, peeled, diced 1/2-inch thick, cooked until tender and cooled
1/4 cup small diced red onion
1/4 cup small diced celery
1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
1/2 pound fresh maiche, cleaned
1 tablespoon chopped, fresh parsley leaves
12 toasted French bread rounds (2 inches by 1/4-inch thick)

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In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine the vanilla bean, pulp and oil.
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Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
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Remove from the heat, cool completely and strain.
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In a food processor, fitted with a metal blade, combine the egg, mustard, tarragon and lemon.
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Process until smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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With the machine running, add 1 cup of the vanilla oil slowly, in a steady stream.
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Process until the mixture is thick and creamy.
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Remove and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Can be made the day ahead of time.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the lobster, potatoes, onions, celery and garlic.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Toss well.
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Fold in the vanilla bean emulsion.
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Mix well.
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In another mixing bowl, toss the maiche with the remaining vanilla oil.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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To serve, place the greens in the center of each serving plate.
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Mound the lobster salad in the center of each plate of greens.
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Garnish with parsley.
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Serve the croutons with the salad.
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*RAW EGG WARNING
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Food Network Kitchens suggest caution in consuming raw and lightly-cooked eggs due to the slight risk of Salmonella or other food-borne illness.
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To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly-refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 vanilla beans, split in half and pulp removed, 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil, 1 egg*, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Cold Lobster and Vanilla Bean Salad Over Fresh Maiche with Toasted Croutons falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Cold Lobster and Vanilla Bean Salad Over Fresh Maiche with Toasted Croutons

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