Prawn Lime and Mango Salad
Vibrant, zesty, and refreshingly tropical, this Prawn Lime and Mango Salad is a stunning fusion of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Perfect for a light lunch or a stunning dinner appetizer, this salad combines tender, pan-seared prawns seasoned with a hint of spice, sweet and juicy mango cubes, and crisp mixed greens. Enhanced with the crunch of red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion, and tied together with a tangy lime dressing, every bite bursts with a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy notes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional chili flakes for a subtle kick, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and is sure to impress. Ideal for fans of quick, healthy, and flavor-packed meals, this salad embodies the essence of summer on a plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lime (juiced and zested)
- 1 ripe mango (cubed)
- 150 grams mixed salad greens
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Season the raw prawns with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
Cook the prawns in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice and zest of 1 lime to create a simple dressing. Set aside.
Prepare the salad by combining the mixed salad greens, cubed mango, sliced red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
Toss the salad with the lime dressing until everything is evenly coated.
Gently fold the cooked prawns into the salad mixture.
Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.1 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 373 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 492 mg | 10% | |
*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.
