Dollar Tree Lobster Roll Salad (under $3)
Ingredients:
Salad
- 2 8 oz packages imitation crab meat (chopped)
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 2 celery stalks (finely diced)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Lobster Roll Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
-
Crushed baked crackers
-
Fresh parsley
- Extra lemon wedges
Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.
Dollar Tree Inspired • Under $3 Per Serving
This tastes surprisingly close to a New England lobster roll but in a lighter, protein-packed salad form. Using imitation crab (often called “surimi”) gives you that sweet seafood flavor for a fraction of the cost.
Servings
4 servings
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 22g
- Carbs: 14g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
Estimated Cost
~$2.25–$2.75 per serving
Instructions
Step 1
Add to a large bowl:
- Romaine
- Cabbage
- Celery
- Green onions
- Imitation crab
Step 2
In a separate bowl whisk together:
- Greek yogurt
- Mayo
- Dijon
- Lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
Step 3
Pour dressing over salad and toss until evenly coated.
Step 4
Top with crushed crackers and parsley immediately before serving.
Step 5
Serve chilled with lemon wedges.
