Description
Lobster BLTs bring coastal elegance to classic sandwich perfection, elevating summer dining with luxurious Maine lobster, crisp bacon, and garden-fresh tomatoes. Garten’s gourmet twist promises a memorable meal that delivers seaside sophistication right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 225 grams (½ pound) cooked lobster meat, sliced
- 4 slices thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon
Produce and Fresh Ingredients:
- 2 ripe Hass avocados, pitted and peeled
- 4 large Bibb, Boston, or butter lettuce leaves
- 4 slices (0.6 centimeters thick) ripe red tomato (from 1 large tomato)
- Juice of 1 lemon
Condiments and Bread:
- 120 milliliters (½ cup) good mayonnaise
- 60 milliliters (¼ cup) ketchup
- 15 milliliters (1 tablespoon) sweet relish
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 8 slices (1.25 centimeters thick) good bakery white bread, lightly toasted
Instructions
- Crisp the bacon by arranging strips on a wire-supported baking sheet, positioning the rack inside an oven preheated to 200°C (400°F). Roast for 15 to 20 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
- Create the signature sauce by whisking mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, salt, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl until smooth and well-combined. Allow the dressing to rest and develop flavors.
- Prepare the avocados by carefully slicing them crosswise into 0.6 centimeters (1/4 inch) thick pieces. Gently toss the avocado slices with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning and enhance brightness.
- Construct the sandwiches by spreading a generous layer of prepared sauce on four toast slices. Layer each sandwich with crisp lettuce, seasoned avocado slices, ripe tomato pieces, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Add protein by placing halved bacon strips across the tomato layer. Top each sandwich section with a portion of fresh lobster meat, ensuring even distribution.
- Complete the sandwich assembly by coating the remaining toast slices with additional sauce. Position these sauce-covered slices directly onto the prepared layers, pressing gently to secure. Slice diagonally and serve immediately while ingredients remain fresh and vibrant.
Notes
- Bacon matters most: Select premium, thick-cut applewood-smoked strips that crisp perfectly and deliver rich, smoky undertones.
- Bread preparation counts: Quickly toast slices to create a delicate crunch that resists moisture without becoming overly hard.
- Advance dressing technique: Mix vinaigrette ingredients hours before serving, allowing herbs and seasonings to meld and intensify flavors.
- Avocado handling requires finesse: Slice delicately and immediately splash with fresh lemon juice to maintain vibrant green color and prevent oxidation.
- Timing is critical: Construct sandwiches moments before consuming to preserve bread’s structural integrity and maximize textural contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg