Prawn Shrimp Cocktail with Dill Dressing
Elevate your appetizer game with this classic yet refreshing Prawn Shrimp Cocktail with Dill Dressing. Perfect for entertaining or a light summer starter, this recipe combines tender, succulent prawns or shrimp with crisp lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber for a delightful medley of textures. The star of the dish is the creamy dill dressing, made with tangy sour cream, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh dill, creating a vibrant flavor that perfectly complements the seafood. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is served in elegant glassware for a stunning presentation. Garnished with a touch of paprika, it’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams cooked, peeled prawns or shrimp
- 5 pieces large lettuce leaves (e.g., iceberg or romaine)
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 piece cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash the lettuce leaves and pat them dry. Arrange 1 leaf in the bottom of each serving glass or bowl.
2. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Divide them evenly among the serving glasses, layering over the lettuce.
3. Distribute the cooked prawns or shrimp equally into the serving glasses, gently placing them on top of the vegetables.
4. Make the dill dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
5. Drizzle the dill dressing generously over the arranged prawns and vegetables in each serving glass.
6. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the top of each cocktail for added color and flavor.
7. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to chill further before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1060 mg | 354% | |
| Sodium | 2805 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 128.3 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2773 mg | 59% | |
*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.
