Have you heard that lobster is one of those dishes that you will always remember? This is true, as lobster is expensive and unique. If you are already splurging on this delicacy, then why not serve it with something equally tasty.
Stay tuned to find out what to serve with lobster. These recipes are easy to make and very tasty!
What Is Lobster?
A lobster is a large crustacean that is usually served in coastal regions. In the United States, lobster is served whole with a knife or a wooden mallet to break apart the pieces. Lobster meat is white, buttery, and soft.
In most cases, the lobster is prepared by steaming. Most times, it comes with butter on top and the side. You might also see it served in separate pieces, such as a lobster tail.
Because it is hard to catch and cook, lobster tends to be a pricey food item. Lobster comes in many sizes and colors, ranging from blue or green and red or purple. You can also find lobster in Europe, near the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Norway.
While it is not an easy task, you can also buy lobster alive and kill it yourself. If you are keeping a lobster at home, it has to be in a tank with water when it is still alive. Otherwise, you can keep it refrigerated or frozen until you are ready to cook.
Nutrition Facts
One medium lobster (yield from 2.5 lb) has the following nutritional content (*):
129 calories
27.8 g protein
1.25 g fat
0 g carbohydrate
0 g fiber
0 g sugar
134 mg calcium
0.382 mg iron
52.9 mg magnesium
235 mg potassium
978 mg sodium
107 µg selenium
213 mg cholesterol
Lobster is a healthy source of protein. On its own, it is low in calories and fat. However, it often comes with a ton of butter, which makes it high in fat.
What Goes With Lobster
Below are some options for side dishes that you can serve with lobster at any time!
#1. Potato Salad
Who does not like a tasty potato salad? This recipe is a classic dish that pairs very well with any lobster meal.
Ingredients:
8 to 10 Russet potatoes
1 red onion, diced
1 cup mayonnaise
½ tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your potato salad:
Wash and clean your potatoes. Peel them and place them in a large pot with water and salt.
Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer—Cook the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes or until soft.
Dice your red onion and place it in a large bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, olive oil, paprika, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
Drain your potatoes and allow them to cool down.
Once cool, cut your potatoes into cubes and place them in the bowl too.
Toss everything until the mayonnaise sauce covers the potatoes entirely.
Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
Serve the potato salad cold with lobster on the side.
#2. Corn Chowder
Corn chowder is a delicious addition to any meal. In this case, this recipe is dense, creamy, and flavorful, which pairs very well with the delicateness of lobster.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bell pepper, diced
3 Yukon potatoes, diced
1 can of sweet corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your corn chowder:
Wash and clean the potatoes. Peel and dice them.
Add the olive oil to a large pot.
Stir in the bell pepper, potatoes, and corn.
Cook the vegetables and potatoes for about 8 to 10 minutes or until they soften.
Add the chicken broth and milk. Allow the liquid to boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook everything for another 10 minutes.
Transfer the soup to a blender or food processor.
Blend the liquid until it becomes creamy or the consistency of your choice.
Return the soup to a pot and heat it for a couple of minutes.
Serve your corn chowder hot next to the lobster.
#3. Cornbread
Cornbread is always a great addition to the table. In this case, it breaks the flavors of the lobster and absorbs all the butter.
Ingredients:
½ stick of butter
1 cup milk
1 large egg
1 ⅓ cup cornmeal
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your cornbread:
Preheat the oven to 375 °F.
Place the butter in a microwave-safe dish and melt it.
Combine the melted butter, milk, and egg in a large bowl. Mix well.
Add the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Grease a baking dish.
Pour the batter onto the baking dish—Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
Serve your cornbread warm with lobster on the side.
#4. Mushroom Mac and Cheese
In general, mac and cheese is always a good choice for a side dish. When you add mushrooms, you make it that much better.
Ingredients:
1 box of elbow pasta
2 cups of mushrooms, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon cumin
1 ½ cup milk
1 cup Parmesan cheese
1 cup Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your mushroom mac and cheese:
Cook the pasta according to box instructions in a large pot.
Drain the pasta and then return it to the pot.
Add the olive oil and garlic to a large saucepan.
Stir in the mushrooms and cook for 10 minutes.
Add the milk, Parmesan, Swiss, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the pasta into the saucepan. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve your mushroom mac and cheese hot with fresh parsley on top.
#5. Sautéed Asparagus and Peas
If you are trying to add color and flavor to your dish, this is a great recipe to make. You can make this recipe in minutes too.
Ingredients:
A bunch of asparagus
1 shallot, chopped
1 can of peas, drained
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your sautéed asparagus and peas:
Wash and clean your vegetables.
Cut the rough ends of your asparagus, but leave the tips intact.
Chop your shallot and set it aside.
Pour the olive oil and garlic onto a skillet.
After a minute, add the shallot. Cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the asparagus and cook for another 5 minutes.
Drain your can of peas and add them to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the lemon juice, parsley, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Cook everything for a couple more minutes.
Serve your sautéed asparagus and peas hot next to the lobster.
#6. Green Salad with Apples and Pine Nuts
When you want something fresh but still complex, this green salad is a fantastic option. The addition of green apples and pine nuts makes it different and delicious.
Ingredients:
2 cups arugula
2 cups spinach
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 Granny Smith apple
⅓ cup pine nuts
1 lemon, juiced
½ cup shaved Parmesan
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your green salad with apples and pine nuts:
Wash and clean your greens and the apple.
Place the pine nuts in a small saucepan. Cook them for a couple of minutes, moving them often so they do not burn. They should look toasted but not burnt.
Cut your apple into wedges of the size you like.
Place the arugula, spinach, and apple in a large bowl.
Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and pine nuts. Toss well.
Finish off by adding shaved Parmesan on top.
Serve your green salad with apples and pine nuts fresh.
#7. Butter Biscuits
What sounds better than some gooey, delicious biscuits? Make them more buttery, and then you have a final winner product that pairs perfectly with lobster.
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 cup butter
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your butter biscuits:
Preheat the oven to 375 °F.
Combine the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Melt the butter in the microwave. Save ⅓ of it for later.
Add the rest of the butter to the flour slowly while continuing to mix.
Let the mix stand for a couple of minutes.
Stir in the milk and lemon juice.
Roll the dough on a floured surface a few times. Cut the dough into rectangles.
Place each one without touching onto a greased baking sheet.
Using a brush, sprinkle the rest of the butter onto the surface of each biscuit.
Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
Serve warm with lobster.
How Can I Pick The Perfect Side Dish?
Lobster is such a treat that you must always know what to serve with it. Do not make the mistake of improvising or leaving things for the last minute. These recipes are all easy to choose from and equally delicious.
For lobster that you steam and has no sauce, you can choose a more decadent side dish. Try the mushroom mac and cheese for cheesy deliciousness. You can also go with corn chowder for something filling and creamy.
If you are serving lobster with a butter or garlic sauce, then something that cuts through these flavors is a good choice. Go with the greens salad with apples and pine nuts for ultimate freshness. The sautéed asparagus and peas will also pair well.
Otherwise, you can always go with something that never disappoints, no matter the style of lobster. The potato salad is a classic but a worthy one too. The cornbread, or butter biscuits, are also perfect for dipping a sauce or serving at the center of the table.
Conclusion
If you are investing time and effort in a lobster, make sure you choose the side dish wisely. These recipes all go well together or on their own. Be sure to make one or more next time you are serving lobster!
Juliana has a BA in Journalism and Creative Writing as well as a M.S. in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Sensory Sciences. She loves traveling, trying new foods, and cooking. When she isn’t busy working, you can find her running with her dog Milo or reading a book in the sun.
