Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 ounce

orange juice

fresh squeezed

1 ounce

lemon juice

fresh squeezed

2 ounce

pineapple juice

canned

4 ounce

olive oil

blended

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 tsp

sugar

to taste

1 unit

beet

medium

2 ounce

water

4 ounce

micro-greens

1.5 pound

lobster meat

cooked and chilled

0.25 cup

chives

chopped

16 unit

orange segments

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~5 min

Combine orange juice, lemon juice, and pineapple juice in a blender.

Step 3
~5 min

Slowly add 2 ounces of olive oil to the blender while it's running to emulsify the mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Season the citrus vinaigrette with pepper, salt, and sugar to taste.

Step 5
~5 min

Set the vinaigrette aside.

Step 6
~5 min

Roast the whole beet with the skin on for about 1 hour until tender.

Step 7
~5 min

Remove the beet from the oven and let it cool.

Step 8
~5 min

Peel the skin off the beet and trim the ends.

Step 9
~5 min

Cut the beet into quarters and puree in a blender with the remaining 2 ounces of olive oil and 2 ounces of water.

Step 10
~5 min

Season the beet oil with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11
~5 min

Put the beet oil in a squirt bottle and set it aside.

Step 12
~5 min

Toss micro-greens in some of the citrus vinaigrette.

Step 13
~5 min

Place the dressed micro-greens in the center of a plate.

Step 14
~5 min

Toss chopped lobster meat and chopped chives in the remaining citrus vinaigrette, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 15
~5 min

Place 3 ounces of the lobster meat mixture in front of the micro greens.

Step 16
~5 min

Use a ramekin or circular mold to form the salad if desired.

Step 17
~5 min

Drizzle roasted beet oil on either side of the salad.

Step 18
~5 min

Place orange segments and remaining chives on top of the lobster meat.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Chill the lobster meat thoroughly before making the salad.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Gazpacho

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

New England

Cultural Significance

Popular dish in coastal areas.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer holidays
Special occasions

Occasion Tags

Summer party
Dinner party

Popularity Score

70/100

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