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Lobster Salad with Fresh Mint and Lime

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Lobster Salad with Fresh Mint and Lime

Lobster Salad with Fresh Mint and Lime

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Equipment

  • Mandoline Slicer - For uniformly slicing vegetables and herbs like cucumbers or radishes that can accompany the salad.

  • Chef's Knife - A versatile tool for chopping ingredients such as lobster, mint, and lime.

  • Cutting Board - Essential for safely preparing all fresh ingredients.

  • Salad Spinner - Useful for thoroughly drying the salad greens to ensure they are not soggy when served.

  • Zester or Microplane - For zesting lime, which adds a burst of flavor without sourness.

  • Mixing Bowls (2) - To prepare and mix dressings separately from the salad ingredients for better taste control.

  • Salad Serving Plate - Ideal for presenting the final dish elegantly.

  • Measuring Cups & Spoons - For precise measurements of any additional ingredients like olive oil or herbs in dressings, if applicable.

  • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl (for ice) - Useful for preparing cold lobster salad mixes that might be served chilled.

  • Citrus Juicer - For juicing lime or other citrus fruits, ensuring fresh and potent flavors in dressings or as a garnish component.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (loosely packed) fresh mint leaves (about 2 ounces)

  • 3/4 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk*

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

  • 11/2 teaspoons sugar

  • 1 serrano chile, seeded

  • 2 2-pound cooked lobsters

  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

  • 2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar

  • 10 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, baby spinach, and frisée)

  • 1 cup mixed fresh mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and small basil leaves

  • *Sold at many supermarkets and at Indian,

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Puree all ingredients in processor. Cover and refrigerate. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead. Keep chilled.
2

Instruction 2

Crack lobster tails and claws and remove meat. Cut tail meat into 1/2-inch-thick medallions; leave claw meat whole.
3

Instruction 3

Whisk oil and vinegar in small bowl. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Toss greens with vinaigrette in large bowl. Divide salad among 4 plates.
4

Instruction 4

Toss lobster with 1/2 cup mint-lime mixture; divide among plates. Garnish with mint, cilantro, and basil leaves. Serve, passing remaining mint-lime mixture separately.
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