ENDIVE SPEARS WITH LOBSTER, AVOCADO, AND GRAPEFRUIT

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Endive Spears with Lobster, Avocado, and Grapefruit image

Crab or shrimp may be substituted for the lobster in this party-ready hors d'oeuvre.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pink grapefruit, peel and pith removed
1 avocado, peeled and pitted
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 ounces cooked lobster meat
4 heads Belgian endive (about 8 ounces)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 sprigs fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Using a small paring knife, remove sections from grapefruit. If sections are too large, cut in half crosswise. Set aside.
  • Slice avocado into 1/8-inch-thick slices; cut slices into 1-inch lengths. Toss in bowl with lemon juice, and set aside.
  • Cut lobster into bite-size pieces; set aside.
  • Trim bottoms from endives; separate spears. Place a grapefruit section on top of each endive spear. Top with piece of avocado, then a piece of lobster. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with tarragon. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.

Sula Rahe
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This dish is a great way to show off your culinary skills. It's sure to impress your guests.


Krishna Prasad Khanal
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I added a bit of chopped cilantro to my salad for some extra flavor. It was a great addition.


Sinicry
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I didn't have any grapefruit, so I used orange segments instead. It worked just as well and I still got a nice citrusy flavor.


Ghamshad Ali
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover avocado. I had some leftover from a guacamole recipe and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Kitty Sparkle black oof
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I made this dish for my picky eater and he loved it! He ate the whole thing and even asked for seconds.


Ganesh Gharti
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. My kids loved the avocado and grapefruit and they didn't even realize they were eating lobster.


Zahid Jan
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this dish. The lobster was cooked perfectly and the avocado and grapefruit balanced out the flavors nicely.


Kapeel Kumar
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This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's a great way to impress your guests. I would recommend it for experienced cooks who are looking for a challenge.


Roney Rk
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. I would recommend it for a romantic dinner or a dinner party.


Jowel Mia
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I served this salad with a lemon vinaigrette dressing. It was a great way to brighten up the flavors of the dish.


Santa Pabon
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I added a bit of chopped red onion to my salad for some extra flavor and crunch. It was a great addition.


Susan Llamas
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I didn't have any endive spears, so I used Belgian endive instead. It worked just as well and I still got a nice crisp base for my salad.


Amit Bhoojedhur
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I used canned lobster for this recipe and it turned out great. I was worried that it wouldn't be as good as fresh lobster, but I was pleasantly surprised. The canned lobster was still tender and flavorful.


Muneer Awan
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I'm not a huge fan of grapefruit, but I loved it in this dish. It added a nice brightness and tanginess that balanced out the richness of the avocado and lobster.


Muhmad Aslam
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lobster. I had some leftover from a lobster boil and this was the perfect way to use it up. It's also a great way to impress your guests with a fancy appetizer.


Qalb Abass
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's only a few ingredients, but they come together to create something truly special. I will definitely be making this again and again.


kimston Sillar
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The results are stunning and the taste is incredible. I would recommend this dish for a special occasion or a romantic dinner.


Aakil Gaming
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mohammad Wahdat
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This dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was simply divine. The endive spears provided a crisp and refreshing base, while the avocado added a creamy richness. The lobster was cooked to perfection, and the grapefrui