Lobster Salad with Greens and Citrus Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Lobster Salad with Greens and Citrus Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole lobsters; 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest; 1 tbsp. fresh orange juice; 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1/4 tsp. finely grated shallot; Coarse salt; 12 c. mixed greens such as Bibb lettuce, mache, and arugula; 1 large yellow tomato

Servings: persons

2 whole lobsters
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest
1 tbsp. fresh orange juice
1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp. finely grated shallot
Coarse salt
12 c. mixed greens such as Bibb lettuce, mache, and arugula
1 large yellow tomato

1
Prepare an ice-water bath.
2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
3
Reduce heat to medium-low.
4
Plunge lobsters into water headfirst, and simmer, covered, for 11 minutes.
5
(Do not let water boil.)
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Transfer lobsters to ice-water bath using tongs.
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Let stand for 10 minutes to cool.
8
Meanwhile, whisk together oil, zests and juices, mustard, shallot, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
9
Crack lobster claws, knuckles, and tails, and remove meat.
10
Slice tail meat 1/2 inch thick, and leave claws and knuckles whole.
11
Combine lobster, greens, tomato, and tarragon.
12
Drizzle with dressing, and toss to coat.
13
Garnish with tarragon.
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole lobsters, 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest, 1 tbsp. fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Lobster Salad with Greens and Citrus Vinaigrette 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.

Lobster Salad with Greens and Citrus Vinaigrette

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