Classic Chilled Maine Lobster Roll
Make the perfect traditional chilled lobster roll featuring sweet lobster salad lightly dressed with mayonnaise, served on a buttered, toasted split-top bun.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Skillet Toasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked lobster meat (tail, claw, knuckle), roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon celery, finely minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 split-top hot dog buns
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced celery, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until the lobster is just coated. Do not overmix.
- Brush the outside surfaces of the split-top buns generously with melted butter.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buns cut-side down on the hot surface. Toast until golden brown and crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Divide the lobster salad evenly among the four toasted buns. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality lobster meat.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half of the mayonnaise with crème fraîche.
- Chill the lobster salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 150