Paleo Lobster Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Paleo Lobster Mac and Cheese, a dairy-free, grain-free twist on the classic comfort food. Succulent chunks of lobster are paired with tender zucchini noodles and tossed in a velvety, cashew-based "cheese" sauce made with steamed cauliflower, nutritional yeast, and creamy coconut milk. Enhanced with a hint of garlic and lemon, this dish perfectly balances rich, cheesy goodness with light, wholesome ingredients. Topped with fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor, this elegant yet healthy recipe is perfect for a special occasion or an elevated weeknight dinner. Ready in under an hour, it’s the ideal guilt-free indulgence for paleo and gluten-free lifestyles.
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Ingredients
- 2 large lobster tails
- 3 medium zucchini, spiralized
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked for 2 hours and drained
- 1 quarter cup nutritional yeast
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the lobster by boiling the lobster tails in a pot of water for about 8-9 minutes until fully cooked. Let them cool slightly, then remove the meat from the shells and chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Step 2
In a steamer, steam the cauliflower florets until they are tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the steamed cauliflower, soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, coconut milk, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting the seasoning if necessary.
Step 4
In a large skillet, melt the ghee over medium heat. Add the spiralized zucchini and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are just tender but not mushy.
Step 5
Stir the lobster pieces into the zucchini noodles and then pour the cauliflower cheese sauce over the top.
Step 6
Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Step 7
Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1638.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1642.5 |
| Total Fat 84.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 382.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4479.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 105.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.7g | |
| Protein 122.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 572.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4306.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories