Lobster Caesar Salad with Garlic-Lemon Croutons

Name: Lobster Caesar Salad with Garlic-Lemon Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced anchovy fillets; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 1 1/2- to 2-pound whole live lobsters; 2 large hearts of romaine, cut lengthwise in half; 2 cups coarsely grated peeled celery root or parsnips; 1/4 cup coarsely grated Parmesan cheese; Garlic-Lemon Croutons

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons minced anchovy fillets
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 1 1/2- to 2-pound whole live lobsters
2 large hearts of romaine, cut lengthwise in half
2 cups coarsely grated peeled celery root or parsnips
1/4 cup coarsely grated Parmesan cheese
Garlic-Lemon Croutons

1
Puree all ingredients in blender.
2
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
3
Chill.)
4
Cook lobsters in large pot of boiling salted water until just cooked through, about 12 minutes.
5
Using tongs, transfer lobsters to large bowl; cool.
6
Working over bowl, remove meat from tails and claws; reserve 1/4 cup lobster juices from bowl.
7
Cut tail meat in half lengthwise.
8
Whisk reserved juices into dressing; season with salt and pepper.
9
Arrange half of 1 romaine heart on each of 4 plates.
10
Toss celery root with enough dressing to coat; mound on lettuce.
11
Top with lobster meat; drizzle with dressing.
12
Garnish each salad with grated Parmesan cheese and 3 croutons.

219

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Lobster Caesar Salad with Garlic-Lemon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!