Heart-Healthy Zesty Prawn Salad
Elevate your lunch or dinner with this vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Zesty Prawn Salad, designed to tantalize your taste buds while supporting your wellness goals. Featuring succulent prawns sautéed in garlic and olive oil, this protein-packed dish is complemented by a colorful medley of greens, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion. The star of the recipe is a refreshing citrus dressing made with lemon and orange juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, delivering a perfectly balanced blend of tang and sweetness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this wholesome salad is gluten-free and brimming with antioxidants and healthy fats. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, serve it fresh and enjoy the harmonious flavors that make this dish as delicious as it is heart-healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 150 grams Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- Salt, to taste (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the prawns to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, chopped cilantro, and parsley.
Prepare the zesty citrus dressing in a small bowl. Whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, and honey. Season with a pinch of salt (optional) and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.
Divide the salad mixture among four plates or bowls. Top each serving with the cooked prawns.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious heart-healthy zesty prawn salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.5 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 756 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 1073 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 109.2 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 604 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3790 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
