Zesty Prawn Salad
Dive into a vibrant burst of flavor with this Zesty Prawn Salad, a refreshing, protein-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring succulent, garlic-marinated prawns sautéed to perfection, this salad is layered with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic red onions on a bed of fresh mixed greens. A tangy lemon dressing ties it all together, while a sprinkle of chopped cilantro adds the perfect herbal finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and easy recipe is ideal for light lunches or elegant appetizers. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra zing and let the bright, citrusy notes shine. Whether you're looking for a high-protein salad or a quick seafood dish, this recipe delivers vibrant flavors and irresistible freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 150 grams mixed salad greens
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine prawns, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the prawns evenly and let them marinate for 5 minutes.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the marinated prawns and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
In a large salad bowl, combine mixed salad greens, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Gently toss to combine.
Add the cooked prawns to the salad, drizzle with the lemon dressing, and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top.
Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 1834 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 130.9 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 3649 mg | 78% | |
*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.
