"Lobstah" Roll

Updated: Nov 11

Leaning into some yummy comfort here. This one ticks all the boxes for nutritious, mouth-watering deliciousness. We think you'll love this alternative to a traditional lobster roll. So simple and easy to make with pantry friendly ingredients, we recommend you make the filling ahead of time for extra flavor and for an indulgent sandwich that comes together in just minutes.

According to a study by the World Wildlife Fund, the average person consumes possibly an entire credit card worth of plastic each week (!). Yes, I was shocked (and disgusted) to learn this and wondered what the primary sources were. It turns out that the main culprit is drinking water (both bottled and tap), and that shellfish is also to blame. This is largely because there is a large amount of plastic in our ocean combined with the fact that shellfish is largely eaten whole, digestive tract and all. You can read more about the study here and read this Reuters article for a visualization of our plastic consumption.

Hearts of Palm is a great swap for shellfish, and for many other fish (including scallops) because it's similar in texture and readily takes on flavorings of choice. Harvested from palm trees mostly in Costa Rica, they taste similar to artichokes and boast numerous health benefits. Rich in immune-boosting vitamin-C, and potassium, which is helpful in regulating blood pressure. They also contain gut healthy fiber, plant protein and no saturated fat.

This entire recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, so don't be intimidated if you think the ingredients list is long. There are also a lot of substitute options to make it go even quicker.