Lobster Salad British Virgin Islands Caribbean
Embark on a tropical culinary journey with this Lobster Salad inspired by the vibrant flavors of the British Virgin Islands and the Caribbean. This light yet luxurious dish pairs tender, succulent lobster meat with a medley of fresh, colorful ingredients like sweet mango, creamy avocado, and crisp red bell pepper, all brought together with a zesty lime juice dressing. Infused with the aromatic touch of fresh cilantro and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this salad sits atop a bed of mixed greens, adding a refreshing crunch to every bite. Perfect as a stunning appetizer or a light main course, this 30-minute recipe captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine, offering an irresistible balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a taste of paradise with this easy yet elegant seafood salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole lobster tails
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 medium mango, diced
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 0.5 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the shells turn bright red and the meat is tender.
Remove the cooked lobster tails from the water and let them cool slightly. Then, use kitchen shears or a sharp knife to cut through the shells and extract the meat.
Chop the lobster meat into bite-sized chunks and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Add the lime juice, diced mango, diced avocado, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the lobster. Gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
To serve, arrange the salad greens on individual plates or a serving platter. Spoon the lobster mixture on top of the greens.
Garnish with a few extra cilantro leaves if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy this Caribbean-inspired delight.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1043 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2673 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 68.1 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2520 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
