Mini Lobster Rolls
Elegant two-bite versions of the classic New England lobster roll. Sweet lobster meat is gently folded into a creamy, herby dressing and served in toasted mini buns for the perfect party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 20min
- Cook Time: 5min
- Total Time: 25min active, plus 30min chilling
- Yield: 12 mini rolls 1x
- Category: snack
- Method: no-cook, toasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked lobster meat, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/3 cup high-quality mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon or dill
- 2 ribs celery, finely diced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 12 mini hot dog buns or slider buns
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Fresh parsley or extra chives, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, tarragon, and optional cayenne.
- Gently fold in chopped lobster and diced celery until coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate salad for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place buns on a baking sheet and brush outsides with melted butter.
- Toast buns for 3-5 minutes until golden and warm.
- Fill each toasted bun generously with chilled lobster salad.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve immediately.
Notes
Chill all ingredients and the mixing bowl before starting for best results. Do not overmix the salad. The lobster salad can be made up to 4 hours ahead. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce cups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 55
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