Grilled Boston Lobster Rolls​

  • Cooking Time: 10–15 minutes (to grill the lobster meat + toast buns)
  • Serving: 4
  • Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

For the Lobster:

  • 1½ lbs cooked lobster meat (claw, knuckle, or tail), roughly chopped

  • 1 tbsp butter, melted

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning or paprika

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Dressing (Classic Light Version):

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or tarragon

Optional: pinch of garlic powder or cayenne

To Serve:

  • 4 New England-style split-top buns (or brioche hot dog buns)
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted (for toasting buns)

Optional: shredded lettuce for lining

Estimated Nutrition (Per Roll)

  • Calories: ~420 kcal
  • Protein: ~28g
  • Fat: ~24g
  • Saturated Fat: ~8g
  • Carbs: ~26g
  • Sugars: ~4g
  • Fiber: ~1g
  • Sodium: ~680mg

Note: Nutrition may vary based on bun choice and dressing portion.

 Instructions:

1. Preheat Pellet Grill:

  • Set to 375°F using applewood, pecan, or cherry pellets for a delicate smoke.

2. Grill the Lobster Meat:

  • Toss chopped lobster meat with melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, and seasoning.

  • Place on a grill-safe pan, foil tray, or cast iron skillet.

  • Grill for 5–7 minutes, stirring once, just to warm and lightly smoke. Do not overcook.

3. Make the Dressing:

  • In a small bowl, mix mayo, lemon juice, Dijon, herbs, and optional seasonings.

  • Once lobster is off the grill, gently toss it with the dressing.

4. Toast the Buns:

  • Brush buns with melted butter and grill for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden.

5. Assemble:

  • Line buns with lettuce if using, then pile in lobster mix.

  • Garnish with extra herbs and a squeeze of lemon.

Pro Tips:

  • Want a warm butter-style roll? Skip the mayo and toss lobster with brown butter and lemon.
  • Serve with grilled corn, coleslaw, or smoked potato salad for a full New England feast.
  • Use leftover lobster for a lobster grilled cheese or lobster mac & cheese on the grill