LOBSTER SALAD WITH LEMON VERBENA DRESSING

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Lobster Salad with Lemon Verbena Dressing image

Provided by Gerard Maras

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Herb     Shellfish     Tomato     Appetizer     Fourth of July     Picnic     Mother's Day     Lunch     Lemon     Seafood     Lobster     Shower     Lettuce     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 2 (appetizer) servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pound lobster
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1 teaspoon water
3/4 cup olive oil, more for dressing greens
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons lemon verbena, cut in chiffonade
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 large vine-ripe tomato, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 cups mesclun mix, pea shoots, or sunflower shoots
2 radishes, julienned
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a large pot with 2 inches of salted water. Insert a steaming rack so that the lobster will not touch the water. Cover and bring to a boil. Add lobster and cover; cook 10 to 12 minutes. Remove to a platter and refrigerate to cool, about 30 minutes.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in a stainless steel bowl combine egg yolk and water. Whisk to combine. Add oil in a slow, steady stream until the dressing is emulsified and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Add half of the verbena and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside for 10 minutes to let flavors combine.
  • 3. Once cooled, remove lobster meat from shell, leaving claw and tail meat intact. Using a chef's knife, slice tail meat into pieces 1/2 inch thick. Transfer claws and tail meat to a medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons dressing and tomato strips. Toss to coat.
  • 4. Place greens in a medium bowl. Drizzle olive oil them and season with salt. Toss to lightly coat. Place 1 cup tossed greens in the center of each plate. Divide tail meat and claws. Drizzle 1 tablespoon dressing on each plate around lobster. Garnish each plate with radish and remaining verbena. Serve immediately. (Remaining dressing should be stored, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.)
  • Raw eggs should not be used in food prepared for pregnant women, babies, young children, the elderly, or anyone whose health is compromised.

Md Ruhul
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This lobster salad was amazing! The dressing was so flavorful and the lobster was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Njoki JOYCZ
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I'm not a huge fan of lobster, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the lobster was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mursaleen Jan
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This lobster salad was so good! The dressing was light and flavorful, and the lobster was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


peter mwangi
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I loved the flavors in this lobster salad. The lemon verbena dressing was a perfect complement to the lobster. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Marry Jean
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This was a great recipe! The lobster salad was delicious and the lemon verbena dressing was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Prince of Judah79
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lobster salad turned out great! The dressing was light and flavorful, and the lobster was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Kimo Sha3wza
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This lobster salad was delicious! The lemon verbena dressing was perfect and the lobster was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Javonte Stewart
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I've made this lobster salad a few times now and it's always a hit. The dressing is so good and the lobster is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


imran Ally
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This lobster salad was amazing! The dressing was so flavorful and the lobster was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Nathaniel Myers
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I'm not a huge fan of lobster, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the lobster was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


hafiz mibale
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This was a great recipe! The lobster salad was delicious and the lemon verbena dressing was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Loyalty Navarro
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I loved this lobster salad! The flavors were so well-balanced and the lobster was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


DEANNA
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This lobster salad was so good! The lobster was cooked perfectly and the dressing was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Junika Rajbanshi
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make lobster salad. The lemon verbena dressing was a perfect complement to the lobster, and the salad was very refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jawad Arshad
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I'm not usually a fan of lobster salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing was light and tangy, and the lobster was perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.


Pakeer Mohideen
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This lobster salad was a huge hit at my last dinner party! The lemon verbena dressing was so refreshing and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the lobster. I'll definitely be making this again soon.