**Lobster or Shrimp Salad with Corn and Tomatoes: A Delightful Duo of Seafood Salads**
Indulge in a culinary journey with two exquisite seafood salads – lobster salad and shrimp salad – each brimming with vibrant flavors and textures. These salads showcase the delicate sweetness of lobster and shrimp, complemented by a medley of crisp vegetables, juicy tomatoes, and sweet corn. Dressed in a light and tangy mayonnaise-based dressing, they make for a refreshing and satisfying meal, perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or elegant dinners. Whether you prefer the luxurious taste of lobster or the affordability and versatility of shrimp, both salads promise a delightful dining experience. Dive into the recipes and discover the art of crafting these culinary masterpieces in your own kitchen.
CORN, TOMATO, AND LOBSTER SALAD
The freshest corn is so delicious that you don't need to bother cooking it. Simply toss the kernels with vinaigrette, tiny heirloom tomatoes, and steamed lobster. What's not to love? It's no question.
Provided by Emeril Lagasse
Categories HarperCollins Emeril Lagasse Corn Salad Summer Lobster Tomato Seafood Shellfish Dinner Lunch Tarragon Steam Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water, and set it aside.
- In a 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven, or other heavy-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid, combine the chopped tomatoes, wine, water, onions, peppercorns, and tarragon sprigs. Bring to a boil over high heat, uncovered; then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Raise the heat to high, add the lobster to the pot, and cover the pot immediately with a heavy, tightfitting lid. Steam the lobster for 13 minutes, until it is bright red and the long feelers are easily removed from their sockets. Immediately plunge the lobster into the bowl of ice water, and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Remove the lobster from the ice water and set it on a rimmed baking sheet. Using kitchen shears, remove the lobster meat from the tail and claws. Use a knife to chop the lobster meat into bite- size pieces. You should have about 1 cup; set it aside.
- In a medium non-reactive mixing bowl, combine the shallot, vinegar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk in the 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the cayenne. Add the corn kernels and mix together. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Cut the tiniest heirloom tomatoes in half, and quarter the larger ones. Add the tomatoes to the corn mixture. Add the lobster, tarragon, and parsley, and mix gently to combine.
- In a medium bowl, gently mix the Bibb lettuce leaves with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, and season them lightly with salt and black pepper. Stack 2 lettuce leaves on each of four plates. Divide the lobster salad evenly among the lettuce cups, and serve immediately.
POACHED LOBSTER OVER CORN AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Steps:
- For the lobster: Fill an 8-quart stockpot halfway with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the wine, lemon juice, coriander, thyme, garlic and enough salt to taste like the ocean. Boil for 10 minutes.
- Add the lobster, cover the pot and cook for 8 minutes. Remove and let cool. Crack the lobster and remove the meat from the claws, knuckles and tail; cut the tail meat in half vertically. Toss the lobster meat with a splash of red wine vinegar and olive oil. Set aside.
- For the salad: Drizzle some olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat, swirling to coat the pan; heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is golden brown; remove the garlic. Add the tomatoes, corn kernels and zucchini, toss to combine, and season with salt. Cook until the tomatoes start to burst, just a few minutes. Toss with three-quarters of the basil chiffonade.
- Place the arugula in a bowl, season with a pinch of salt, and lightly dress with a splash of red wine vinegar and olive oil. Transfer the arugula to a plate, top with the corn and cherry tomato mixture and then with the lobster meat. Garnish with the remaining basil chiffonade.
CORN AND SHRIMP SALAD
"This is one of the ways our family celebrates corn," writes Ruth Randolph of Orefield, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp, corn, red pepper and onions. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, basil, lemon juice, sugar, salt and cayenne. Pour over shrimp mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRESH CORN SALAD WITH SPICY SHRIMP AND TOMATOES
This stunning salad is so summer. Made with fresh tomatoes, corn and bell pepper. love the bright colors. My grandmother always said that you should try to always make sure your table is multi-colored - never put out a meal that is monochromatic! It's dressed with a zesty mixture of lime juice, vinegar, olive oil and chile pepper. Bring this salad to your next outdoor get-together. It can stand up to the heat and is totally delectable!
Provided by honeysage.com
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- -Place the corn kernels in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, mix the cajun seasoning and the shrimp. Over medium heat, put the olive oil in a large skillet. When it's hot, add the shrimp, garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook the shrimp 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan to cool.
- To make the dressing, just combine the lime juice, vinegar, olive oil and chile powder with a small whisk.
- Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl and pour the dressing over. Toss gently and taste to see if it needs anything (salt, pepper, lime -- ).
- You can serve it at room temperature, or chilled. Or even slighly warm, I would imagine. It's just delicious, as well as easy and quick!
BLACK BEAN, CORN, TOMATO, AND SHRIMP SALAD
This colorful, Mexican flavored salad is perfect on its own or served with chips or tortillas. A can of Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes makes it super easy.
Provided by Tammy Lynn
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Hunt's
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine black beans, corn, green chilies, tomatoes, green onions, shrimp, and cilantro in a large bowl; stir. Combine remaining ingredients and stir well.
- Stir in olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, lime juice, and hot sauce. Best refrigerated 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 86.2 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 830.5 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
SUMMER SHRIMP SCAMPI WITH TOMATOES AND CORN
Shrimp get along well with garlic, butter and lemon, and so do tomatoes and corn. Combine them, and you get a summery shrimp scampi that comes together in one skillet. A searing hot pan helps the tomatoes blister and the corn caramelize before they are coated in a garlic-lemon butter sauce. This is a meal in and of itself, but if you want to serve it with pasta or bread, they'd be welcome additions.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, weekday, seafood, vegetables, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pat the shrimp very dry and season with salt and pepper. In a large (12-inch) skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and lightly golden in spots, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a plate.
- Add the tomatoes to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring just once or twice, until they start to blister in spots, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the corn, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring just once or twice, until the tomatoes burst and the corn is golden in spots, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until you smell garlic, about 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium, and add the wine and lemon juice, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook until nearly evaporated, then add the butter and stir until melted. Add the shrimp and its juices and stir until warmed through. (If the sauce breaks and looks greasy, add 1 or 2 teaspoons of water and stir until emulsified.)
- Remove from heat, add the herbs, season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve with extra lemon for squeezing over, if you like.
LOBSTER OR SHRIMP SALAD WITH CORN AND TOMATOES
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories quick, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; a minute later, add shallot or onion and garlic; cook for a minute, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add thyme and corn and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, until corn begins to brown and tastes cooked; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss tomatoes with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt and pepper; taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice, olive oil, salt or pepper as needed.
- Make a bed of corn on each of 4 plates, then top with a portion of tomatoes and their juices, and lobster or shrimp. Sprinkle with a bit more lemon juice and olive oil, the lemon zest and the parsley or chives, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 875 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- For the freshest and most flavorful lobster or shrimp salad, use fresh, cooked lobster or shrimp. If using frozen, thaw the seafood overnight in the refrigerator or under cold water.
- Be sure to remove the tough vein from the shrimp before cooking. This will help to ensure that the shrimp are tender and flavorful.
- Cook the lobster or shrimp until they are just cooked through. Overcooking will make them tough and chewy.
- Let the lobster or shrimp cool slightly before chopping or flaking them. This will help to prevent them from breaking apart.
- Use a variety of fresh vegetables in your salad. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients.
- Be sure to dress the salad with a light and flavorful dressing. This will help to bring all of the flavors together.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It is best enjoyed within a day or two of making it.
Conclusion:
Lobster or shrimp salad with corn and tomatoes is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. It is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as an appetizer. With its combination of fresh seafood, vegetables, and a light dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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