Low Carb Zesty Prawn Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Low Carb Zesty Prawn Salad is the perfect guilt-free meal for seafood lovers! Succulent, garlic-marinated prawns are pan-seared to perfection and served atop a bed of mixed greens, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado. A tangy lime and Dijon mustard dressing ties everything together with a zesty kick, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbal finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this protein-packed salad is not only quick to prepare but also designed to keep your healthy eating goals on track. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free, keto-friendly recipe will delight your taste buds while keeping your carb count low!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Large prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 medium Cucumber (sliced)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Avocado (diced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, toss the prawns with 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated prawns. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the prawns are pink, opaque, and cooked through. Set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the salad base by combining mixed greens, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado in a large salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, Dijon mustard, remaining tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the zesty dressing.
Add the cooked prawns and chopped parsley to the salad bowl. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the top.
Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the prawns and vegetables are evenly coated in the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, low-carb zesty prawn salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 1943 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 129.0 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 509 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 3249 mg | 69% | |
*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.
