Lobster Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette – A Mediterranean-Inspired Summer Star

This isn’t your average salad — it’s a dish that feels like a holiday on a plate, combining the sweet delicacy of lobster with juicy tomatoes, crisp celery, and a zesty citrus dressing that brings everything to life. While it’s not traditionally Greek, this lobster salad has Mediterranean flair written all over it, from the fresh parsley and oregano to the olive oil and bright citrus notes.

It’s the kind of salad you serve when you want to impress without overcomplicating things — perfect for a summer lunch, festive table, or simply to treat yourself when you're in the mood for something indulgent yet refreshing. Whether you’re entertaining or enjoying a quiet moment of luxury, this salad is light, vibrant, and irresistibly delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Lobster Salad:

Elegant yet easy — a showstopper with minimal effort
Bursting with fresh, Mediterranean ingredients
Balanced by a zesty citrus vinaigrette
A beautiful way to enjoy simple seafood in summer
Ideal for entertaining or a luxe solo treat

Tips for Serving:

Serve with crusty sourdough or grilled flatbread.
Pair with a glass of chilled white wine or rosé.
For added richness, avocado slices or crumbled feta can work beautifully.
If preparing ahead of time, dress just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.

Whether you’re creating a 5-star meal at home or just want to savour something special, this lobster salad is the perfect reminder that luxury doesn’t have to be complicated — sometimes it’s just a matter of choosing simple, fresh ingredients and letting them shine.

MEDITERRANEAN LOBSTER SALAD

Mary Politis

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This elegant lobster salad with citrus vinaigrette is a refreshing, Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect for summer. Light yet luxurious, it’s ideal for entertaining or treating yourself with simple, fresh seafood and vibrant flavours.

Prep Time 20

Servings 4 serves

Ingredients

2 freshly cooked lobsters
250 g cherry tomatoes halved
2 Roma tomatoes cut into wedges
4 celery sticks thinly sliced
½ Spanish onion thinly sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Citrus Vinaigrette

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of ½ a lemon
Juice of ½ an orange
5 Tbsp white wine vinegar
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

On a large serving platter, arrange the tomatoes and celery as the base.
Carefully remove the lobster flesh from the shells and cut into chunks.
Scatter the lobster meat over the vegetables, followed by the sliced onion and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients until well combined.
Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette generously over the salad just before serving.

Keyword Lobster Salad, Lobster salad with citrus dressing, Mediterranean seafood salad recipe, Summer lobster salad