Best 3 Endive Spears With Lobster Avocado And Grapefruit Recipes

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Endive spears with lobster, avocado, and grapefruit is a sophisticated and flavorful dish that combines the delicate bitterness of endive with the sweet and juicy taste of grapefruit, the buttery richness of lobster, and the creamy texture of avocado. This appetizer is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner, and it can be easily prepared in advance. Serve it to your guests as a light and refreshing start to their meal.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ENDIVE SPEARS WITH LOBSTER, AVOCADO, AND GRAPEFRUIT



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Crab or shrimp may be substituted for the lobster in this party-ready hors d'oeuvre.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pink grapefruit, peel and pith removed
1 avocado, peeled and pitted
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 ounces cooked lobster meat
4 heads Belgian endive (about 8 ounces)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 sprigs fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Using a small paring knife, remove sections from grapefruit. If sections are too large, cut in half crosswise. Set aside.
  • Slice avocado into 1/8-inch-thick slices; cut slices into 1-inch lengths. Toss in bowl with lemon juice, and set aside.
  • Cut lobster into bite-size pieces; set aside.
  • Trim bottoms from endives; separate spears. Place a grapefruit section on top of each endive spear. Top with piece of avocado, then a piece of lobster. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with tarragon. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.

LOBSTER, AVOCADO, AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



Lobster, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad image

Categories     Salad     Low/No Sugar     Grapefruit     Lobster     Avocado     Gourmet

Yield Makes 2 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 1/4- to 1 1/2-lb) live lobster
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon table salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pink or ruby-red grapefruit
1 firm-ripe California avocado
1 oz baby arugula (2 cups)
Coarse sea salt to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Plunge lobster headfirst into an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water . Cook, covered, over high heat 6 minutes (for 1 1/4-lb lobster) or 7 minutes (for 1 1/2-lb lobster) from time it enters water. Transfer with tongs to sink to drain.
  • When lobster is cool enough to handle, remove meat from tail and claws, keeping meat intact. Discard tomalley, any roe, and shells. Chill lobster, covered, until cold, at least 1 hour.
  • While lobster chills, stir together shallot, lemon juice, and table salt in a small bowl and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Add oil in a stream, whisking.
  • Cut peel, including all white pith, from grapefruit with a sharp knife. Cut segments free from membranes and transfer segments to paper towels to drain.
  • Halve avocado lengthwise, discarding pit. (Save 1 half, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, for another use.) Halve remaining avocado half lengthwise and peel, then cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices.
  • Cut lobster tail meat crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Divide avocado and all of lobster meat between 2 salad plates and arrange grapefruit around them. Top with arugula and drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt (if using) and serve immediately.

ENDIVE, AVOCADO AND RED GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



Endive, Avocado and Red Grapefruit Salad image

A healthy salad from Martha Stewart. Perfect for those winter months! It is so pretty with the pink and the green!!! I thought the endive was sort of bitter, but everyone else loved it. The dressing was awesome.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 red grapefruits
4 Belgian endive
1 ripe Hass avocado, pitted and peeled
3/4 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream (I used fat free Greek yogurt)
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut peels, including pith, from grapefruit; discard. Working over a bowl to catch any juices, cut segments from membranes, letting them fall into bowl. Squeeze the remaining juice from membranes into bowl.
  • Whisk together vinegar, honey, sour cream, salt, and 3 tablespoons grapefruit juice in a small bowl. Season with pepper. While whisking, add oil in a slow steady stream; whisk until emulsified.
  • Halve endives lengthwise, and core; cut leaves into 1-inch-thick pieces. Toss with three-quarters of the dressing. Cut avocado into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Divide endive and avocado among four plates. Drizzle each serving with one-quarter of the remaining dressing. Divide grapefruit segments among plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.4, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 191.6, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 20.8, Sugar 14.2, Protein 8.4

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and tender endive spears for the best flavor and texture.
  • For the lobster, you can use cooked lobster meat that has been removed from the shell, or you can cook your own lobster.
  • If you are cooking your own lobster, be sure to cook it just until it is opaque and tender, to prevent it from becoming tough.
  • When preparing the grapefruit segments, be sure to remove all of the pith, as it can be bitter.
  • To make the dressing, you can use either olive oil or mayonnaise, depending on your preference.
  • If you are using mayonnaise, be sure to use a high-quality mayonnaise, as it will make a big difference in the taste of the dressing.
  • Season the dressing to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • To assemble the salad, simply arrange the endive spears on a plate, top with the lobster, avocado, and grapefruit segments, and drizzle with the dressing.

Conclusion:

This endive spears with lobster, avocado, and grapefruit salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The endive spears add a slightly bitter flavor that is offset by the sweetness of the lobster, avocado, and grapefruit. The dressing adds a creamy and tangy flavor that brings all of the flavors together. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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