
Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Lobster Asparagus Chopped Salad
Lobster Asparagus Chopped Salad is made with cooked lobster, asparagus, and lemon juice.
- Total
- 15 min
- Original yield
- Serves 2
- Ingredients
- 9 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Dinner · Lunch
- Primary protein
- Seafood
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Total: 30 minutes or less
- Dish type
- Salads
A few quick notes
1. Prepare the dressing
Mix and add the dressing at the steps specified.
2. Prepare for the next step
Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.
Get to know the ingredients
fresh cooked lobster (chopped from 2 1-1/4 lb lobsters)
In the method: Drain and run under cold water to stop it from cooking further.
chopped asparagus
In the method: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until tender yet firm, about 2 to 3 minutes.
extra virgin olive oil
In the method: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until tender yet firm, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 2. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 8 oz fresh cooked lobster (chopped from 2 1-1/4 lb lobsters)Ingredient note
Source: 3 1/2 cups chopped asparagusIngredient note
Source: 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oilIngredient note
Source: 2 tbsp fresh lemon juiceIngredient note
Source: 1/4 tsp kosher saltIngredient note
Source seasoning: black pepper (to taste)Ingredient note
Source: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)Ingredient note
Source: 2 tbsp diced red onionIngredient note
Source: 1 basil leaf (chopped)
How to make it
0 of 3 steps completeMake room for Lobster Asparagus Chopped Salad
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Divide equally in 2 bowls and eat right away.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the pot. Start with this step: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until tender yet firm, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Mix and add the dressing at the steps specified.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until tender yet firm, about 2 to 3 minutes.
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 2. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: skinnytaste.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.



