$11.99 | 260 Calories
This is an upgrade to Red Lobster’s standard side of asparagus. It consists of fresh asparagus (likely roasted or steamed) that is topped with lump crab meat served in a creamy sauce (often described as a buttery or beurre blanc type of sauce). It offers a rich, seafood-focused enhancement to a vegetable side.
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💰 Price
The price for the Crab-Topped Asparagus is typically listed as a side item or an upgrade fee.
- Approximate Price: $11.99 (Prices vary by location and whether it is a side dish or an add-on topping).
🔥 Calories
- Total Calories: 260 CALS
🍽️ Ingredients (General Components)
- Asparagus: Fresh asparagus spears.
- Lump Crab Meat: The main protein topping.
- Creamy Sauce: Contains ingredients like butter, cream, and seasonings to create a rich topping for the crab.
- Seasonings: Likely includes salt, pepper, and potentially garlic or lemon.
📊 Nutrition Table (Approximate Values for 260 CALS)
A full, detailed nutrition table is not consistently published for every single side dish upgrade. The primary values available are:
| Nutrient | Value (Approximate) | Notes |
| Calories | 260 kcal | Based on Red Lobster’s menu data. |
| Total Fat | High (Est. 18-22g) | Due to the “creamy sauce” (butter/cream base). |
| Protein | Moderate/High (Est. 12-18g) | From the lump crab meat. |
| Carbohydrates | Low (Est. 5-10g) | Primarily from the asparagus and any thickening agents in the sauce. |
| Sodium | Moderate/High | Due to added salt and seasonings. |
⚠️ Allergens List ✅
Based on the components of asparagus, crab, and a creamy sauce, the major allergens present are:
| Allergen | Presence ✅ | Notes |
| Crustacean Shellfish | ✅ | Crab is a primary ingredient. |
| Milk (Dairy) | ✅ | Present in the creamy sauce (cream and/or butter). |
| Soy | Possible | Highly refined soybean oil is often used for cooking/seasoning, and soy may be in the sauce. |
| Wheat/Gluten | Possible | May be present as a thickener in the creamy sauce, but generally, asparagus is a low-risk base. |
FAQs
❓ Is the Crab-Topped Asparagus available all year?
Answer: Not all year. The Crab-Topped Asparagus is usually a limited-time or seasonal dish, often offered during special events like Crabfest, alongside other crab-topped sides.
❓ Is the lump crab meat real crab?
Answer: Yes, the dish uses real lump crab meat. While Red Lobster uses real seafood, the exact type of crab (like Snow, King, or Dungeness) might change.
❓ Can I order the Crab-Topped Asparagus as a main dish?
Answer: The Crab-Topped Asparagus is a side dish, not a full meal. You can order more than one serving, but it’s not meant to be a main entrée like pasta or seafood platters.
❓ Is this a healthier option compared to other sides?
Answer: No, it’s not a low-calorie option. The Crab-Topped Asparagus has about 260 calories, which is much higher than plain Roasted Asparagus (around 90 calories). The creamy sauce adds extra calories and fat, but it does provide protein from the crab.
❓ Does the creamy sauce have lobster in it?
Answer: No, the sauce is made with crab meat, not lobster. If you’re looking for lobster, Red Lobster offers other dishes like the Creamy Lobster Mashed Potatoes, but this one uses crab and a creamy, buttery sauce.
