Mexican Prawn Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Mexican Prawn Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy prawns are seasoned with garlic, cumin, and paprika, then pan-seared to perfection for a smoky, flavorful kick. Tossed with crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy corn, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated with a tangy lime-honey dressing that brings all the ingredients together in harmonious balance. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this healthy and satisfying salad is as easy to prepare as it is delicious, ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Whether served as a light lunch or a vibrant entrée, this recipe is sure to transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Mexico.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams raw prawns, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 150 grams sweet corn, drained
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, toss the prawns with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, sweet corn, avocado, and fresh cilantro.

Step 5

Add the cooked prawns to the salad and drizzle the lime dressing over the top.

Step 6

Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1841.9 grams (1841.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1423

Total Fat 63.30g	81%
Saturated Fat 9.50g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 945mg	315%
Sodium 1799mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 95.20g	35%
Dietary Fiber 35.60g	127%
Total Sugars 31.30g
Protein 140.70g	281%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 672mg	52%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 4997mg	106%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 37.2%

Carbs: 25.2%