Saffron Lobster Salad on Grilled Fingerlings Recipe

Name: Saffron Lobster Salad on Grilled Fingerlings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1 large pinch saffron threads; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 cup best-quality mayonnaise; 2 cloves finely chopped garlic; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups diced cooked lobster meat (see Cook's Note below); 1 large stalk celery, finely diced; 1/2 small red onion, finely diced; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives; 12 fingerling potatoes, par-boiled and sliced in half lengthwise; 3 tablespoons canola oil

Servings: persons

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 large pinch saffron threads
1 tablespoon honey
1 cup best-quality mayonnaise
2 cloves finely chopped garlic
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups diced cooked lobster meat (see Cook's Note below)
1 large stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 small red onion, finely diced
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
12 fingerling potatoes, par-boiled and sliced in half lengthwise
3 tablespoons canola oil

1
Cook's Note: Use the leftover lobster meat from the whole lobsters that were cooked in the Grilled Lobster Tails with Green Curry-Mango Dipping Sauce recipe.
2
Add vinegar, saffron, and honey to a small skillet and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
3
Turn off the heat and let mixture cool to room temperature.
4
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, garlic, and cooled vinegar mixture.
5
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
7
In a medium bowl, combine the lobster, celery, onion, and chives, and stir together.
8
Add 1/2 cup of the saffron mayonnaise to the mixture and stir well.
9
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
10
Preheat the grill to medium-high.
11
Brush potatoes with oil and season with salt and pepper.
12
Grill potatoes, cut-side down, until golden brown.
13
Turn over and grill for 2 more minutes.
14
Remove potatoes from the grill and place a small dollop of lobster salad on each potato.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 red wine vinegar, 1 large pinch saffron threads, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 cup best-quality mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Saffron Lobster Salad on Grilled Fingerlings 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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Saffron Lobster Salad on Grilled Fingerlings

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Variations & substitutions

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