Tarragon Lobster Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Tarragon Lobster Salad
45 min.
6
198kcal

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Tarragon Lobster Salad: A Delectable and Versatile Seafood Delight!

Indulge in the exquisite taste of our Tarragon Lobster Salad, a gluten-free and dairy-free recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This elegant dish, with its rich flavors and aromatic herbs, is the perfect addition to any meal, whether as a side dish, lunch, main course, or main dish.

Preparing this delightful salad is a breeze, as it only takes about 45 minutes to whip up a sumptuous feast for six people. Each serving contains just 198 calories, ensuring that you can enjoy this luxurious dish without any guilt.

The star of this recipe is the fresh tarragon, which adds a unique, anise-like flavor that pairs wonderfully with the succulent lobster meat. Paired with a tangy lemon juice, creamy mayonnaise, and finely chopped shallot, this salad is a symphony of flavors that will leave your guests impressed and satisfied.

Cooking the lobster is a simple process, involving boiling the live lobsters and then removing the meat from the claws, joints, and tails. The result is a tender, juicy texture that complements the refreshing dressing perfectly.

This recipe is incredibly versatile, as the lobster salad can be prepared one day in advance, making it a great option for entertaining or busy weeknights. Plus, you can save the shells for future use, as they are perfect for adding flavor to stocks and soups.

Whether you're hosting a formal dinner party or looking for a sophisticated yet simple dish to enjoy at home, Tarragon Lobster Salad is sure to impress. So why wait? Dive into the world of gourmet seafood dishes and let your culinary journey begin!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons tarragon fresh finely chopped
  •  juice of lemon fresh
  • lb pd of lobster 
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup shallots finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Plunge 2 live lobsters headfirst into an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water. Loosely cover pot and cook lobsters over moderately high heat 9 minutes from time they enter water, then transfer with tongs to sink to cool.
  2. Return water to a boil and cook remaining 2 lobsters in same manner.
  3. While lobsters are cooking, combine shallot, lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  4. When lobsters are cool, remove meat from claws, joints, and tails. Discard tomalley, any roe, and shells (or save for another use).
  5. Cut meat into 1/2-inch pieces.
  6. Whisk mayonnaise, tarragon, and 1/4teaspoon black pepper into shallot mixture.
  7. Add lobster meat and toss gently to coat.
  8. • Lobsters may be cooked and shelled 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.• Lobster salad may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein45%
Fat48.33%
Carbs6.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25
Glycemic Load
1.14
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
18.215217379772%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:197.5kcal
9.87%
Fat:10.45g
16.08%
Saturated Fat:1.73g
10.83%
Carbohydrates:3.24g
1.08%
Net Carbohydrates:2.74g
1%
Sugar:0.97g
1.08%
Cholesterol:166.52mg
55.51%
Sodium:618.94mg
26.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.9g
43.79%
Selenium:81.29µg
116.13%
Copper:1.74mg
87.05%
Zinc:4.63mg
30.9%
Vitamin B12:1.6µg
26.71%
Phosphorus:220.71mg
22.07%
Vitamin K:20.36µg
19.39%
Vitamin B5:1.9mg
18.97%
Magnesium:58.85mg
14.71%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.36%
Calcium:138.2mg
13.82%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.28%
Vitamin B3:2.25mg
11.27%
Potassium:365.04mg
10.43%
Vitamin E:1.52mg
10.16%
Iron:1.23mg
6.85%
Folate:24.07µg
6.02%
Vitamin C:3.89mg
4.72%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.18%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.64%
Vitamin A:111.86IU
2.24%
Fiber:0.5g
2.01%
Source:Epicurious