A List Of 25+ Best Tasty Side Dishes To Eat With Your Lobster Dinners! (2024)

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For what to serve with lobster, take a look at this list of my favorite lobster side dishes that will pair perfectly! You'll find some classic options as well as some new and delicious recipes to try! Everything on this list is made better when served with tender, buttery lobster!

Best Side Dishes For Lobster

Lobster is sumptuous seafood that is often associated with celebrating a special occasion. Well, there is no reason to wait for a holiday or formal occasion when you can have a lobster dinner any day of the week!

As delicious as lobster is on its own, you may be wondering what else you can serve with it to make it a complete dinner. Since you don’t need a ton of ingredients or hours of preparation time to cook lobster, you can really focus on making the perfect sides!

A List Of 25+ Best Tasty Side Dishes To Eat With Your Lobster Dinners! (1)

You can never go wrong with lobster as the main course of any dinner!

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Best Side Dishes For Lobster
1. Boiled Corn on the Cob
2. Mashed Potatoes
3. Steamed Clams
4. Calamari
5. Drawn Butter
7. Coleslaw
8. Clam Chowder
9. Garlic Bread
10. Potato Salad
11. Glazed Carrots
12. Parmesan Risotto
13. Lemon Asparagus Orzo
14. Cucumber Salad
15. Caesar Salad
16. Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
17. Broccolini Slaw
18. Oysters Rockefeller
19. Garden Salad
20. Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese
21. Sauteed Cauliflower
22. Pan-Fried Asparagus
23. Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers with Cream Cheese
24. Instant Pot Artichokes
25. Risotto Balls
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We've compiled a list of the best dishes to serve with lobster down below, and each one is bursting with flavor and a perfect match for lobster!

1. Boiled Corn on the Cob

It's the perfect summertime side dish, with its juicy sweetness and golden color. Put some butter on top, season it with salt and pepper, then chow down.

I boil my corn in milk and butter. The result is a delectable side dish that goes well with almost anything.

Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob

I love serving up my tasty milk butter boiled corn on the cob for any family meal but especially with something hot of the grill! It's just as easy as boiling or steaming corn on the cob, but this version is so superbly sweet and soft that you will make it your new 'go-to' method of cooking your corn!

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2. Mashed Potatoes

The simplicity of mashed potatoes makes it a comfort food staple. A creamy, delicious mash goes great with buttery lobster meat!

Homemade mashed potatoes are rich and creamy, quick to prepare, and always a crowd favorite.

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Roasted garlic mashed potatoes are smooth and fluffy with a rich garlic flavor from incorporating oven-roasted garlic! These mashed potatoes are so creamy and rich that you won't even need gravy. They're sure to become your new go-to favorite mashed potato recipe!

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3. Steamed Clams

Steamed clams taste delicious on their own, over pasta, or as a side dish. This clam dish is quite simple to prepare and always turns out to be absolutely wonderful!

Serve these wine-steamed clams alongside some lobster, and you've got yourself a delicious seafood dinner!

Steamed Clams (White Wine Steamed Littleneck Clams)

Savor the simplicity and flavor of the sea with our wine-steamed clams recipe, a perfect blend of freshness and aromatic herbs for an unforgettable meal. Grab a good bottle of wine and some crusty bread to pull apart, and prepare for tender, fresh clams in no time! You'll never want to make them any other way!

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4. Calamari

Deep-fried calamari is a great appetizer for any meal, but especially when paired with lobster or other seafood dishes! Marinara sauce is the perfect accompaniment to the crispy, light squid.

This calamari is soaked in buttermilk and fried to crispy perfection. It’s the perfect accompaniment for some delicious lobster.

Calamari

Calamari serves as an ideal starter for any meal. This easy-to-make recipe brings the classic Italian restaurant experience right to your kitchen. The squid is soaked in buttermilk, and then coated in a seasoned cornmeal breading for extra crunch. Each batch takes about 45 seconds to deep fry, resulting in a light, crispy calamari that's simply irresistible.

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5. Drawn Butter

Drawn butter, which is simply melted butter, is commonly served with steamed shellfish. However, additional ingredients can be added to the butter to make it even more delicious!

This recipe for drawn butter enhances the flavor of crab and lobster tails!

Drawn Butter

This drawn-butter dipping sauce for seafood is incredibly flavorful and combines rich melted butter with white wine, onion, garlic, lemon, and dill! My tasty additions take a straightforward, buttery seafood sauce out of this world while still keeping the process really quick for serving any day of the week!

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6. Southern Baked Mac & Cheese

If you're looking for a rich, cheesy dish with lots of Southern flavors, then Southern-baked mac and cheese is for you. You won't ever want to open a box of pre-packaged mac and cheese ever again!

This baked mac & cheese is incredibly smooth and creamy. It’s the perfect indulgent side dish to pair with your indulgent lobster main course!

Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This Southern baked macaroni and cheese is a wonderfully creamy and extra cheesy side dish that everyone will love! Made with a minimum of three kinds of cheese to make the best mac and cheese that is sure to be a family favorite! You'll be bringing it along to every potluck, cookout, and holiday!

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7. Coleslaw

Coleslaw is bursting with vibrant, fresh flavors that go well with just about anything. It is made of finely shredded raw cabbage and carrots mixed with some tangy dressing.

The fresh flavor really compliments lobster. Plus, it is quite easy and simple to make coleslaw at home.

Southern Coleslaw

Southern coleslaw is a classic quick and easy side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! It's the perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos, fried fish, and so much more. This Southern coleslaw isn’t just for the summertime—it’s great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!

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8. Clam Chowder

Clam chowder is easier to make than you might imagine. It is amazingly creamy, rich, and packed with clams!

A bowl of clam chowder may be enjoyed in any weather, but it’s particularly good on chilly winter evenings! It’s perfect for serving up as an appetizer to a lobster dinner.

New England Clam Chowder

This New England clam chowder with heavy cream is thick and hearty with plenty of bacon bits and diced veggies! You can use fresh, canned, or frozen clams, whichever you prefer. With a side of crackers, this classic chowder makes a tasty lunch or dinner any day of the week!

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9. Garlic Bread

Garlic bread is a simple and tasty bonus to any meal. Making garlic bread takes only a few minutes from start to finish when made in the air fryer!

Buttery, toasted garlic bread is especially delicious when paired with some lobster.

Air Fryer Garlic Bread

This air fryer garlic bread is a quick and easy side dish that's incredibly tasty, perfectly crispy, and ready to serve in just 10 minutes! All you have to do is make garlic butter to spread over your sliced bread; then the air fryer takes over! Serve it with your favorite main dishes and watch how quickly it disappears!

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10. Potato Salad

Potato salad is an old-school favorite for many people. It's flavorful, and you can whip up a large amount in no time.

What's fantastic about potato salad is that you can easily make enough for a crowd, and it makes great leftovers! It is a versatile side that goes with anything, including lobster!

Loaded Baked Potato Salad

My loaded baked potato salad includes all of your favorite baked potato toppings mixed together, and it's so easy to make! This potato salad makes for a wonderful summer side dish to bring to potlucks and cookouts. However, you can serve it year-round, and you won't hear any complaints!

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11. Glazed Carrots

Glazed carrots are a simple dish to prepare. It only takes a few ingredients and very little effort to cook them perfectly.

Lobster is an excellent accompaniment to this sweet yet savory dish. Making them in advance and keeping them refrigerated until you're ready to serve them is a great way to save time!

Honey Glazed Carrots

These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!

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12. Parmesan Risotto

Have you ever considered making risotto but decided against it because you think it's too difficult?

Risotto takes time but is actually very simple to make, and it only requires a few ingredients.

If you wish to impress your loved ones or guests, serve some Parmesan risotto alongside your lobster. With this lavish meal, everyone will be thanking the chef!

Parmesan Risotto

This Parmesan risotto is super rich, creamy, and a fantastic base for making a variety of wonderful risotto dishes! It tastes sophisticated and gourmet, but is easy to make! In fact, it is the perfect side dish for any meal and will easily impress all of your guests!

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13. Lemon Asparagus Orzo

Serve Lemon Orzo with Asparagus as an easy and delicious main course or side dish. It’s flavorful, filling, and it cooks up quickly.

It's a simple and healthy dish that we simply adore because it's so fresh. From the lemon zest, this dish has an exuberant citrus flavor that pairs wonderfully with shellfish.

Lemon Asparagus Orzo

This delicious Lemon Asparagus Orzo combines tender pieces of lightly cooked asparagus with fine orzo pasta in a tangy lemon garlic sauce! Every bite is a refreshingly light flavor combination that pairs especially well with chicken or seafood dinners!

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14. Cucumber Salad

Cucumber salad is a simple and versatile side dish that takes little time to prepare. Marinating the cucumber ensures that the tangy flavors are infused into every bite.

Cucumber salad can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator! As the salad rests, it will only get tastier and more flavorful.

The tangy fresh flavor of cucumber salad goes with lobster perfectly!

Cucumber Vinegar Salad

This delightfully refreshing cucumber vinegar salad with dill makes a perfect light appetizer or side for any meal! This salad is nice and crisp with the perfect combination of tangy and sweet- it doesn't get any better!

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15. Caesar Salad

Make your own Caesar salad and serve it with some homemade dressing! The tangy flavor of Caesar dressing compliments seafood perfectly.

A Classic Caesar Salad with crunchy homemade croutons and a mild Caesar dressing is perfect for impressing dinner guests, as is some succulent lobster.

Caesar Salad Dressing Without Anchovies

This Caesar salad dressing without anchovies is delicious, creamy, and easy to make with just a few ingredients! It whips up in minutes with no eggs or anchovies needed! Soon, you'll have a rich, flavorful dressing ready to use!

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16. Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Cooking up perfectly tender baked potatoes just got way easier with this air fryer recipe! It's an easy side to customize with everyone's favorite baked potato toppings.

Baked potatoes are so versatile and will taste great with all of your favorite lobster dishes!

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

These air fryer baked potatoes are an effortless way to get perfectly tender and fluffy baked potatoes for any weeknight meal! They're a classic and versatile side to pair with your favorite protein, or you can load them up to become the main course! Pop them in your air fryer for 40 minutes, add your favorite baked potato toppings, and enjoy!

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17. Broccolini Slaw

A fresh slaw is an excellent side dish to pair with seafood, especially lobster! This recipe is made with a tasty, tangy dressing that only requires a few basic ingredients.

You'll love how effortless it is to make, plus it's ready to serve in just 10 minutes!

Broccolini Slaw

This broccolini slaw is crisp and refreshing with a tangy, creamy dressing that will have you savoring every bite! You can enjoy this slaw on its own or use it to elevate sandwiches and wraps! All it takes is a few ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep time; you don't have to cook a thing!

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18. Oysters Rockefeller

It's always a safe bet to pair seafood with more seafood! These delicious oysters have a cheesy spinach filling with a crispy breadcrumb topping that is baked until beautifully golden brown.

Oysters Rockefeller

Oysters Rockefeller is an unbelievably delicious baked seafood appetizer that will certainly impress all of your friends and family! It features oysters on the half shell that are topped with a creamy spinach mixture and breadcrumbs before being baked in the oven! Go ahead and prepare a few dozen and then store them in the freezer so that they are ready to go whenever you want them!

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19. Garden Salad

A garden salad with crisp lettuce, fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy croutons always hits the spot. It's an easy light appetizer or side dish, and my tangy homemade vinaigrette complements seafood wonderfully!

Green Garden Salad

This Green Garden Salad with Vinaigrette perfectly complements any lunch or dinner entrée. Bursting with fresh, customizable vegetables, this classic salad is delicious and incredibly easy to prepare. In just a few minutes, you can whip up both the salad and the homemade dressing, making it an ideal, quick addition to your meal.

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20. Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

If you're looking to indulge, nothing screams comfort food like lobster and mac and cheese! Smoked gouda gives this creamy mac & cheese a uniquely smokey flavor that elevates it beyond your typical macaroni!

If you want to mix lobster into your mac and cheese, I have a rich and cheesy white cheddar lobster macaroni you will love!

Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

This smoked gouda mac and cheese takes the classic recipe to new heights by incorporating the rich and smoky flavors of gouda cheese! All you need to do is cook your pasta, prepare your cheese sauce, and stir everything together. Whether you are seeking a cozy weeknight dinner or a side dish for gatherings, this elevated macaroni and cheese version is perfect!

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21. Sauteed Cauliflower

The mild flavor of cauliflower means the sweet and buttery taste of lobster meat will really shine! It's a quick recipe that is both delicious and nutritious. Plus, it's suitable for any occasion!

Sauteed Cauliflower

Sauteed cauliflower is a versatile and delicious vegetable side dish perfect for serving with practically any meal you're making! The cauliflower caramelizes slightly, which brings out its natural nutty flavor. It tastes great with fish, lamb, pork, beef, chicken, and much more!

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22. Pan-Fried Asparagus

This quick and easy pan-fried asparagus is an excellent choice if you're looking to add a green vegetable to your lobster dinner. You only need a handful of ingredients, some simple seasoning, and a few minutes of time for them to turn out absolutely delicious!

Pan Fried Asparagus

Pan-fried asparagus is a quick, easy, and delicious vegetable side dish that's cooked to perfection with minimal ingredients! Tasty asparagus spears are tossed in olive oil, butter, salt, and pepper, then simmered with minced garlic until fork-tender. Serve them nice and hot with your favorite main course for an easy weeknight meal everyone will enjoy!

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23. Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers with Cream Cheese

Jalapeno poppers are crunchy, smokey, creamy, and just overall delicious! They make an excellent appetizer or side dish for lobster because they balance out its naturally sweet and mild flavor.

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers With Cream Cheese

Bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are a classic appetizer that will make any party or gathering even more enjoyable! They are easy to make and require minimal ingredients – jalapenos, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and some simple seasoning. Once the poppers have been filled with the cream cheese mixture, they are then wrapped in crispy bacon for an extra layer of mouthwatering flavor!

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24. Instant Pot Artichokes

You can dip lobster meat and artichoke 'meat' in butter, so why not serve them at the same time? Even drawn butter would be delicious with some tender artichoke hearts.

Instant Pot Artichokes

These Instant Pot artichokes are super easy to prepare and are an incredibly delicious vegetable side dish! Using your pressure cooker may actually be the simplest and quickest way to whip up some whole artichokes! Go ahead and grab your favorite dipping sauce because you're going to be making these all the time!

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25. Risotto Balls

Lobster and risotto are a common pairing, so why not take things one step further and fry up some crispy risotto balls? These delectable bite-sized balls of risotto are an easier and more casual way to enjoy this classic flavor combination.

Risotto Balls

Risotto balls are an easy and delicious Italian dish that's made with Arborio rice, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese! Also known as "arancini" or "arancini di riso", these Italian rice balls are deep-fried and packed full of savory flavors! They're perfect to serve as a standalone appetizer or snack, or as a delightful side dish to accompany your favorite Italian meal!

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As delicious as lobster alone is, pairing it with one of the sides mentioned above makes for a satisfying dinner! Leave a comment below and let us know what you love to serve with lobster!

🦞 😋 Lobster Recipes To Try

New England Lobster Roll - Buttery lobster meat and crisp celery tossed in a creamy dressing and served on a toasted bun!
Poached Lobster Tails - Succulent poached lobster tails are incredibly easy to prepare and will taste great with anything on this list!
Lobster Stock - Whip up your own lobster stock with your leftover lobster shells!
Smoked Lobster Tails - Nothing compares to the smokey flavor of these tender and buttery smoked lobster tails!
Lobster Mac and Cheese Burger - Lobster, mac and cheese, and burger buns come together to make the ultimate sandwich for any seafood lover!
Lobster Chowder - A rich and creamy lobster chowder with juicy bits of lobster meat in every bite!

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What To Serve With Lobster: Garlic Parmesan Angel Hair Pasta (+More great Recipes!)

If you’re wondering what to serve with lobster, take a look at this list of my favorite lobster side dishes that will pair perfectly! Every dish on this list is made better when served with tender, buttery lobster!

Author | Angela

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 337kcal

Prep 5 minutes minutes

Cooking 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

▢ 2 tablespoon butter
▢ 2 teaspoon garlic (minced)
▢ 1 ½ cups chicken broth
▢ 1 cup milk
▢ 8 oz angel hair pasta
▢ ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste)
▢ ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated or shaved)
▢ 1 tablespoon parsley (optional garnish, chopped)

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Instructions

Bring a large, deep skillet or small stock pot to medium-high heat with the butter. Once the butter is melted add the garlic and saute until fragrant, stirring occasionally for about 1 minute.
Stir in the chicken broth, milk, angel hair pasta, salt, and pepper until the pasta is softened and completely covered with liquid. Bring to a boil then reduce your heat to low and simmer.
Simmer on low, stirring occasionally, for approximately 4-6 minutes or until your pasta is cooked fully. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted.
Serve immediately garnished with fresh, chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

If you LOVE garlic, you can use up to 1 tablespoon of minced garlic in this pasta dish.
To thin your sauce (if needed) simply drizzle some milk or broth into the pot of pasta until you reach your desired consistency.
Cooked pasta stores for up to 3-5 days in the refrigerator, but this tender pasta does not reheat well after a day or two in the fridge.

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Garlic Parmesan Angel Hair Pasta, one skillet, pasta side dishes

Course Pasta, Side Dish

Cuisine American

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