Zesty Prawn Salad

Unleash the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Zesty Prawn Salad, a quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or light lunches. Featuring juicy, skillet-seared prawns marinated in garlic, olive oil, and a touch of lemon, this salad is packed with fresh ingredients like creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion. Drizzled with a tangy lemon dressing and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, each bite is a delightful balance of bright, citrusy notes and savory seafood goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and flavorful dish is gluten-free, low-carb, and perfect for seafood lovers. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra zing, and enjoy a protein-packed meal that’s both nourishing and satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine mixed salad greens, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Gently toss to combine.

Step 5

Add the cooked prawns to the salad, drizzle with the lemon dressing, and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top.

Step 6

Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1455.8 grams (1455.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1213

Total Fat 60.00g	77%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 945mg	315%
Sodium 1834mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 50.30g	18%
Dietary Fiber 20.50g	73%
Total Sugars 13.70g
Protein 130.90g	262%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531mg	41%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 3649mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 41.4%

Carbs: 15.9%