Shrimp Prawn Salad for Summer
Dive into the refreshing flavors of summer with this vibrant Shrimp Prawn Salad, a perfect combination of light, zesty, and healthy ingredients! Juicy, tender shrimp are quickly cooked and chilled to preserve their delicate texture, then tossed with crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, cooling cucumber, creamy avocado, and tangy red onion. A homemade lemon-garlic dressing with a touch of honey ties it all together, creating the ultimate balance of bright and savory notes. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this easy-to-make salad comes together in under 25 minutes, making it a go-to option for quick lunches, outdoor gatherings, or light dinners. Packed with protein, fresh veggies, and summer vibes, this shrimp prawn salad will become your seasonal favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.5 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and lightly salt it.
Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain immediately and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, pat them dry and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and diced avocado.
Add the cooked and cooled shrimp to the vegetable mix.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Garnish the salad with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 2753 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 113.0 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3630 mg | 77% | |
*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.
