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Prawn Cocktail Salad

Prep Time:

30 Minutes

Cook Time:

10 Minutes

Serves:

4 Servings

Level:

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About the Recipe

Prawn Cocktail Salad is a classic dish known for its simplicity and elegant presentation. It combines tender, cooked prawns with fresh, crunchy lettuce and sometimes additional ingredients like cucumber or avocado for extra texture. The signature cocktail sauce typically made from mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, and a touch of seasoning adds a creamy, slightly tangy flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the prawns. Often served as a starter or light meal, this salad is quick to prepare, refreshing, and rich in protein, making it a popular choice for both casual dining and special occasions.

Ingredients

Suitable For:

  • Weight management

  • High-protein diet plans

  • Low-carb / calorie-controlled diets

  • Light lunches / starters

  • Cardiovascular-friendly diets (use light mayonnaise)

  • Quick and easy meals



Ingredients

For the salad

  • 200g bag large cooked prawns

  • 1 large ripe avocado, halved, peeled and sliced

  • 200g punnet cherry tomato, halved

  • 4 spring onions, finely sliced

  • 1 romaine lettuce, shredded

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • juice ½ lemon

For the dressing

  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise

  • 2 tbsp ketchup

  • juice ½ lemon

Preparation

STEP 1In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, sliced spring onions, and avocado.

STEP 2In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Drizzle over the salad and gently toss to combine.

STEP 3In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, and lemon juice to make the cocktail dressing.

STEP 4Add the cooked prawns to the salad and gently mix.

STEP 5Serve the salad topped with the prawns and drizzle over the dressing, or serve the dressing on the side.



Nutritional value

Nutrient

Per Serving

Calories

~420 kcal

Total Fat

~28 g

Saturated Fat

~5 g

Sugars

~8 g

Dietary Fiber

~5–6 g


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