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• My Lobster Salad Recipe Is Like The Best Part Of A Lobster Roll
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Lobster Salad
• My Recipe Tips
• Lobster Salad (10-Minute Recipe) Recipe card
• Serving Ideas
• Recipe Reviews

My Lobster Salad Recipe Is Like The Best Part Of A Lobster Roll

This lobster salad is my absolute favorite way to use leftover lobster tails . It reminds me of the inside of a lobster roll — which is definitely the best part anyway — without the bread. If you’re lucky enough to have leftover seafood, here’s why you’ll want to make this recipe:

• Juicy chunks of lobster and crisp veggies in creamy dressing – This is the epitome of creamy salads, with a bright, lemony seafood vibe that reminds me of summer. If you like my creamy chicken salad , crab salad , ham salad , or tuna salad , you’ll love this lobster salad recipe.
• Quick and easy – As long as you have lobster meat (which is probably why you’re looking at this recipe, right?), you can whip this up in just 10 minutes. The rest of the ingredients are super simple and common.
• Great for so many occasions – I’ve made this salad for lunch prep, barbecues, parties, and even a snack.

And while you can certainly serve this lobster salad on a roll like I’ve seen restaurants do, I’ve got lighter (and in my opinion better) serving ideas below. Make it with me!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my lobster salad recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Lobster Meat – If you’re lucky enough to have fresh lobster meat from leftover broiled lobster tail , air fryer lobster tail , or grilled lobster tail , that’s great! Just cut into bite-sized pieces. Claw meat works, too. I’ve also once made this lobster salad with a package of cooked lobster from the store, and it would work with frozen cooked lobster as well if you thaw it.
• Veggies – Celery for crunchy contrast and chives for an herby bite. Sometimes I also add 1/4 cup of finely diced red onion, shallot, or bell pepper. You can swap in other herbs, like dill, tarragon, or parsley, too.
• Mayonnaise – The base of the dressing. You can use homemade mayonnaise , your favorite store-bought brand, or even swap in Greek yogurt for a lighter, higher protein version.
• Lemon Juice – I recommend fresh lemon juice for the best flavor, but bottled works for convenience.
• Dijon Mustard – I prefer the flavor of Dijon, but regular yellow mustard is fine. It’s more intense, so you may want to start with less if using yellow.
• Spices – Sea salt, black pepper, and a dash of cayenne pepper . The kick here is subtle, so feel free to add more cayenne if you like heat.

How To Make Lobster Salad

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Mix the dressing. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper, and cayenne, until smooth. (You can also mix the dressing in a separate small bowl, but I prefer to use the salad bowl for less dishes to wash!)
2. Add the lobster meat, celery, and chives. Fold with the mayo mixture until the pieces are well coated.
3. If you have time, refrigerate for an hour. This isn’t required and I’ve totally enjoyed this lobster salad right away, but the flavors develop more if it sits in the fridge. See my serving ideas below for ways to eat it, and I recommend extra lemon wedges for serving!

My Recipe Tips

• Chop any add-ins very small. Ideally, the lobster pieces would be larger than everything else. This way nothing is overpowering!
• Fold the lobster salad gently. You don’t want it turning to mush.
• Don’t have cooked lobster meat to use? Personally, I don’t think it’s worth cooking fresh lobster just for this salad — I only make it to use up leftovers. But if you really want to, the easiest way to cook fresh lobster tail for this recipe would be to either broil lobster in the oven or boil them in a pot — both methods take about 1 minute per ounce.
• Don’t have quite enough lobster? Feel free to mix in some chopped sauteed shrimp or crab meat . Any kind of seafood is great!
• Prefer a stronger flavor? Replace the spices in my lobster salad recipe with 1/2 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning (or more to your taste), like I do for cold crab dip .
• Want to make the salad more filling? Add a couple chopped hard boiled eggs or crumbled bacon .

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 12 oz Cooked lobster meat (chopped into small pieces) ▢
• 1/2 cup Celery (diced finely) ▢
• 1/3 cup Mayonnaise ▢
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice ▢
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard ▢
• 3/4 tsp Sea salt ▢
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper ▢
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper ▢
• 2 tbsp Fresh chives (finely chopped) ▢

Instructions

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1. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper and cayenne, until smooth.
2. Add lobster, celery and chives. Gently toss or fold in the mayo mixture until well coated.
3. Serve right away, or if you have time, refrigerate for 1 hour to let the flavors develop.

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best flavor and texture in your lobster salad, how to cook lobster if you don’t have any pre-cooked, and more.
• Serving ideas: See my serving ideas for fun ways to enjoy this creamy seafood salad.
• Storage & meal prep: Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-4 days. I don’t recommend freezing, as the dressing texture will be ruined.

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

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Lobster Salad

Serving Ideas

There are many ways to serve this lobster salad! Here are some fun ways I’ve enjoyed it:

• Lettuce wraps – My personal favorite with bibb lettuce leaves, pictured above! Sometimes I add sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, or cucumbers, too.
• Sandwiches – For something more hearty, slather the lobster salad on your favorite bread. I love it on light cloud bread .
• As a dip – Since the pieces are pretty small, this salad is great for scooping. Try it with my almond flour crackers , flax seed crackers , or even tortilla chips .
• Bell peppers – Spread creamy lobster salad inside a hollowed out bell pepper (like my bell pepper sandwich ), or stuff it inside mini peppers .

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• The Basic Keto Meal Formula
• Understanding Macros
• Keto Food Swaps
• Keto Food List
• Electrolyte Basics
• Keto Diet Types
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• Recipe Reviews

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Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.

Understanding Macros

Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.

You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.

Carbs Are A Limit.

Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.

A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.

“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.

A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.

Protein Is A Goal.

Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].

“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.

Fat Is A Lever.

Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.

A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).

Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.

Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.

“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.

Keto Food Swaps

One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.

So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .

Keto Swaps For Breakfast

Keto Swaps For Bread

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking

Keto Swaps For Drinks

If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List

When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.

The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto

• Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
• Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
• Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
• Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
• Avocados
• Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
• Almond flour and coconut flour
• Eggs
• Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.

Foods To Avoid On Keto

• White flour & sugar
• Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
• Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
• Cereal
• Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
• Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
• Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
• Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
• Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
• Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.

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Electrolyte Basics

Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.

For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .

The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:

Keto Diet Types

People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.

Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.

Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!

• Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
• Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
• Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
• Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.

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Lobster Salad (10-Minute Recipe)

Make my easy lobster salad in just 10 minutes, with juicy chunks of lobster, fresh herbs, and creamy dressing. Perfect for lunch or a party!

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Ingredients

• 12 oz Cooked lobster meat (chopped into small pieces)
• 1/2 cup Celery (diced finely)
• 1/3 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 3/4 tsp Sea salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh chives (finely chopped)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper and cayenne, until smooth.
2. Add lobster, celery and chives. Gently toss or fold in the mayo mixture until well coated.
3. Serve right away, or if you have time, refrigerate for 1 hour to let the flavors develop.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best flavor and texture in your lobster salad, how to cook lobster if you don’t have any pre-cooked, and more.
• Serving ideas: See my serving ideas for fun ways to enjoy this creamy seafood salad.
• Storage & meal prep: Store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-4 days. I don’t recommend freezing, as the dressing texture will be ruined.

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)