$8.49 | 350 Calories
This side dish features creamy mashed potatoes topped with lump crab meat served in a rich and savory creamy sauce. It is described as a new, indulgent side option.
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💰 Price
The current additional charge to upgrade to the Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes (when substituting a standard side) is typically $8.49 (prices may vary by location and are subject to change).
🔥 Calories
The listed calorie count for the Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes side is approximately 350 CALS.
🍽️ Ingredients (Key Components)
- Mashed Potatoes: Made from potatoes, likely incorporating ingredients like butter, milk, and/or cream.
- Crab Topping: Consists of lump crab meat and a creamy sauce (which likely includes dairy, seasonings, and possibly thickeners).
📊 Nutrition Table (Approximate Values for 350 CALS Serving)
A complete, official nutrition table is best sourced directly from Red Lobster’s website, as third-party data can vary. Based on similar high-fat/protein mashed potato toppings, here is an approximation:
| Nutrient | Value | % Daily Value (2,000-cal diet) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350 cal | — |
| Total Fat | ~22 g | ~28% |
| Saturated Fat | ~9 g | ~45% |
| Cholesterol | ~90 mg | ~30% |
| Sodium | ~1120 mg | ~49% |
| Total Carbohydrates | ~25 g | ~9% |
| Dietary Fiber | ~3 g | ~11% |
| Total Sugars | ~2 g | — |
| Protein | ~15 g | — |
⚠️ Allergens List ✅
Red Lobster advises customers to check their official allergen guide and inform their server of any allergies. Based on the ingredients, the following allergens are highly likely to be present:
| Allergen | Presence ✅ | Notes |
| Crustacea (Shellfish) | ✅ | Crab is the main topping ingredient. |
| Milk (Dairy) | ✅ | Present in the creamy sauce and mashed potatoes (butter/milk/cream). |
| Soy | ✅ | Highly likely to be present in butter blends, seasonings, or the creamy sauce base. |
| Wheat/Gluten | Possible | May be present in the sauce thickener or due to cross-contamination, but not a primary ingredient. |
| Egg | Possible | Less likely than dairy, but sometimes used in creamy sauces. |
FAQs
❓ Is the Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes always on the menu?
Answer: Not always. They are usually offered as a “New” or limited-time side. Sometimes Red Lobster keeps popular items, but you should check with your local restaurant to see if they have it right now.
❓ How are the Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes different from the Creamy Lobster Mashed Potatoes?
Answer: Both are upgraded mashed potato sides. The Crab-Topped version has lump crab meat in a creamy sauce. The Creamy Lobster version uses Maine and langostino lobster in a creamy lobster sauce. Both have similar calories (about 350 each).
❓ Can I order the Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes as my main meal?
Answer: They are sold as a side dish. You can order them by themselves, but the portion is meant to go with an entrée, not replace it.
❓ Is the crab meat lump crab or shredded crab?
Answer: Red Lobster says the topping uses lump crab meat, which means bigger, nicer pieces of crab instead of finely shredded crab.
❓ Why does this side dish have so much sodium?
Answer: The sodium is high (about 1120 mg) because the mashed potatoes and the creamy crab sauce use salty ingredients like butter, seasonings, and stock. These all add to the total sodium.
