Description
A refreshing and vibrant Aussie prawn salad featuring juicy prawns, creamy avocado, and sweet mango, tossed with fresh salad greens and a tangy honey-lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 1 lb (450g) cooked prawns (peeled and deveined), fresh or frozen (thawed)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, or romaine)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced (for dressing)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Dice the Avocado and Mango: Peel and cut the avocado and mango into bite-sized pieces, taking care to keep them fresh and vibrant.
- Slice the Onion and Cucumber: Thinly slice the red onion and cucumber to add crispness and mild pungency to the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the mixed salad greens, cooked prawns, diced avocado, diced mango, sliced onion, and cucumber.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad and gently toss, being careful not to mash the avocado, to ensure all ingredients are coated.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped cilantro or parsley over the salad for a fresh herbal note, if desired.
- Plate and Enjoy: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the flavors at their peak and the crisp texture of the greens.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed cooked prawns to maintain flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of honey in the dressing depending on your preference for sweetness.
- Serve immediately after dressing to prevent avocado browning and greens wilting.
- For extra zest, add a pinch of chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.
- This salad pairs well with crusty bread or as a light meal on its own.
