Blue Apron's Summer Lobster Box Is the Best Way to Indulge in a Summertime Favorite for Less

2022-08-20 17:37:48 By : Mr. Jacky Gu

Few pairings in the food world are as iconic as lobster rolls and summer. The two are nearly synonymous in the Northeast where lobster is as abundant as our appetite for the luxury crustacean that's beloved across the world. It's no secret that lobster tends to be expensive, but prices have soared this year. If you've been missing out (thanks, inflation), there's one way to score a great deal on lobster rolls—with ample sides—for just a few more days.

The Blue Apron Summer Lobster Box has everything you need for an indulgent yet surprisingly light lobster dinner that comes together in no time. Plus, at about $30 per serving, this well-rounded meal is a steal when compared to what you'd pay for a lobster roll nearly anywhere else right now. The box is available now, but August 23, the last day to place an order, is quickly approaching.

I'll admit that when I received my box in the mail, I was a bit intimidated by the number of ingredients I had to unload. I was thrilled, however, to not have to make a shopping list, research recipes, or make a trip to at least two grocery stores to buy everything that was in this convenient box. After unpacking, I scanned the detailed and easy-to-read instructions (including the tip to let the butter sit at room temperature), organized my ingredients by dish, and got to cooking.

As someone who cooks regularly, I felt pretty comfortable following along with the individual Blue Apron recipes to make the mayo- and lemon-tossed lobster rolls, warm potato salad, herb butter corn on the cob, and green salad—an actual feast. But I really appreciated the notes on each recipe that indicated how long each part of the meal would take to make and if I should be attending to some tasks while other parts cooked. I might feel at home in the kitchen, but my timing when tackling more than one dish at a time has never been my strength.

It was also helpful and economical to see that all I needed to use from my own pantry was salt and pepper. Those who aren't subscribed to Blue Apron can order the box through the brand's online market, making it easily accessible to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.

I was able to assemble the lobster rolls just after both salads were mixed and the corn was cool enough to hold, and everything came together in about 45 minutes. But the most important thing is that everything was delicious. All aspects of the dinner from the touch of hot sauce in the lobster rolls, to the crispy onions in the salad, and the herbs in the buttered corn were full of iconic summer flavors and light enough to match the season's heat wave.

If you're looking for a reason to indulge in some affordable luxury meals and savor the last few days of summer we have left, order the Blue Apron Summer Lobster Box while it's still available today.

While in the Hamptons, our reporter documented the cost of her meals as well as prices on popular menus that she didn't order from herself.

"I'm not worth your McDonald's money? I'm not worth your Red Lobster money?" pastor Carlton Funderburke was heard saying during a sermon.

The Halo Bolt Air+ is a lifesaver on the road and at home.

Frequent fliers are raving about this hanging organizer that holds a ton. Don't leave home without it!

Walmart is jam packed with A+ steals on goodies from Shark, Texas Instruments and more.

This smart gizmo lets you see who's knocking from the comfort of your couch. Empowering!

The model was married to Ric Ocasek before his death in 2019.

The mom of three hopes to start important conversations about gun violence.

After mounting frustrations, Texas mother Nancy Thompson created the group Mothers Against Greg Abbott to vote out controversial the controversial governor.

"Nobody should have sex": A TikTok famous OBGYN shares why she used to be anti-abortion.

Bad Bunny shares his approach to wearing whatever he wants, dresses included, in a recent interview with Harper's Bazaar.

This quick fix promises pearly whites in three days flat — save up to 65% while you can.

RoC, CeraVe, Neutrogena and more — score these popular products for $20 or less.

“We need to be very clear and honest about what we die from, and it’s not ‘complications from breast cancer,’ it is metastatic breast cancer,” says Pam Kohl, a patient advocate.

Some products are open-box, some are pre-owned and all are guaranteed. What a way to save!

As the world gets to know more about Euphoria's breakout star Chloe Cherry, the young actor is opening up about how she's overcome some of life's biggest challenges.

Save space without skimping on quality with these gems from Bed Bath & Beyond — students get an extra 20% off!

See why shoppers say it helps with their grocery lists — and save $35.

Make the most of summer with sizzling sales on great brands like Insignia, Adidas, Black+Decker, and more!

This multitasking mealtime hero will be a game changer in the kitchen.