Lobster Rolls

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This lobster roll recipe embodies the essence of summer! Featuring chilled lobster chunks mixed with celery, shallots, chives, light mayonnaise, and a hint of lemon zest, all served on a hot dog bun – it's absolutely delicious! 

Lobster Rolls

I love lobster! When I’m not indulging in Grilled Lobster Tails or Lobster Tacos, I’m savoring lobster rolls all summer long. These are the best lobster rolls if you’re looking for a healthier option! Similar to a Maine lobster roll, they feature chilled lobster meat dressed in mayo with some crunchy greens like chives, celery, and/or scallions. I start with fresh, steamed lobster mixed with a combination of mayo and Greek yogurt to lighten it up. If live lobsters aren’t available near you, frozen tails, fresh lump crab, or even shrimp make great alternatives.

What are Lobster Rolls?

A lobster roll is a New England sandwich featuring lobster meat served on a hot dog-style bun. Here on Long Island, you can find them prepared two ways: cold or warm. Cold lobster rolls consist of chilled lobster salad mixed with mayonnaise, celery, and other ingredients. Connecticut-style lobster rolls are served warm, with split-top buns stuffed with warm cooked lobster meat drizzled with melted butter. Both versions are delicious, though the cold lobster roll is more popular.

Lobster Roll Ingredients

Here's everything you'll need to make this lobster roll recipe. For exact amounts and directions, see the recipe card below.

Lobster: You’ll need eight ounces of cooked meat from about two lobster tails. Claw meat works well too.

Herbs: Fresh summer chives are my favorite, but scallions are a good substitute.

Shallots and Celery: Add these for a bit of crunch.

Creamy Ingredients: Use a mix of light mayonnaise and fat-free Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing.

Black Pepper and Lemon Zest: These add great flavor.

Sandwich Ingredients: Serve the lobster meat in hot dog buns, topped with shredded lettuce and tomato slices


How to Cook Lobster

To cook live 1 ¼-pound lobsters:

• Steam them in a pan with three inches of water for seven to eight minutes. For larger lobsters, cook for an extra minute or two.
• Let them cool.
• Remove the meat from the shell, chop it, and transfer to a bowl.

To cook lobster tails, steam them for 5 to 8 minutes, depending on the size.

How to Make a Lobster Roll

Once your lobster meat is cooked, the rest comes together quickly.

Make the Lobster Salad: Chop the lobster into bite-sized pieces and combine with the remaining ingredients.

Assemble the Sandwiches: Top each roll with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and the lobster mixture.

Tips and Variations

• Live or Frozen: If fresh steamed lobster isn't available, use frozen lobster tails instead.
• Lobster Claws: Frozen claw or knuckle meat works great too. Just thaw and steam for 3 minutes.
• Use Crab or Shrimp: Swap the lobster for shrimp or crab meat.
• Make them Low-Carb: Skip the bun and serve the lobster in lettuce cups for a low-carb option.

Skip the Mayo: If you don't like mayonnaise, replace it with Greek yogurt and lemon juice.

How to Store Lobster Rolls

I prefer eating seafood the day I make it, but you can store leftover lobster in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Lobster Roll Recipe

5

Cals:223

Protein:22

Carbs:28.5

Fat:3.1

This Lobster Roll recipe screams summer to me! Made with chunks of chilled lobster tossed with celery, shallots, chives, light mayonnaise and a little lemon zest served on a hot dog bun – delicious!

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

 Prep: 5  mins Cook: 10mins Total: 15 mins

Yield: 3 servings Serving Size: 1 roll 

Ingredients

For the Lobster Salad:

• 8 oz cooked lobster tail meat (from 2 tails)
• 1 tbsp minced chives
• 2 tsp minced shallots
• 2 tbsp chopped celery
• 1 tbsp light mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp fat-free Greek yogurt
• Pinch of black pepper
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest

For the Sandwich:

• 3/4 cup shredded lettuce
• 3 slices tomato
• 3 hot dog buns
  
  

  Instructions

  1. Chop the lobster into small, bite-sized pieces and combine with chives, shallots, celery, mayonnaise, yogurt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
  2. Place 3 hot dog buns on a platter, top with shredded lettuce, and add 1/3 of the lobster salad to each bun.
     
     
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     Nutrition

     Serving: 1 roll , Calories: 223 kcal, Carbohydrates: 28.5 g, Protein: 22 g, Fat: 3.1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 538.6 mg, Fiber: 4.3 g, Sugar: 6.4 g