Whole30 Classic Prawn Cocktail
Dive into the crisp, refreshing flavors of this Whole30 Classic Prawn Cocktail, a modern twist on an iconic appetizer that’s both healthy and delicious! Featuring tender, perfectly poached prawns infused with the bright tang of lemon and the savory aroma of bay leaf and peppercorns, this recipe pairs them with a zesty, Whole30-compliant cocktail sauce made from tomato puree, grated horseradish, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of hot sauce for just the right kick. Served on a bed of crunchy lettuce with creamy avocado slices and a sprinkle of fresh dill, this dish is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Ready in just 25 minutes and completely dairy-free, gluten-free, and sugar-free, it’s a guilt-free crowd-pleaser perfect for entertaining or a light, wholesome treat during Whole30.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups Water
- 1 Lemon, halved
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
- Ice, as needed
- 0.5 cup Whole30 compliant tomato puree
- 2 tablespoons Horseradish, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce, Whole30 compliant
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 4 Lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Add the halved lemon, bay leaf, and peppercorns.
Once boiling, add the prawns to the pot and cook until they are pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Remove the prawns with a slotted spoon and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely.
In a mixing bowl, combine the tomato puree, grated horseradish, lemon juice, compliant hot sauce, and sea salt. Mix well to form the cocktail sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Drain the cooled prawns from the ice water and pat them dry using paper towels.
To serve, place a lettuce leaf on each serving plate. Arrange avocado slices on top.
Place an equal portion of prawns on each plate. Sprinkle with fresh dill.
Serve with a portion of the cocktail sauce on the side.
Enjoy your Whole30 Classic Prawn Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1897 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 117.1 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2782 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.
