Low Fat Zesty Prawn Salad

Light, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Low Fat Zesty Prawn Salad is the perfect healthy meal for seafood lovers. Juicy, pan-seared prawns seasoned with paprika and cumin take center stage atop a colorful bed of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion. A zesty lime-cilantro dressing ties everything together, adding a bright and citrusy kick to every bite. With just a hint of garlic and the optional creaminess of avocado, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch, light dinner, or elegant appetizer. Packed with protein, low in fat, and loaded with fresh ingredients, this recipe is a wholesome way to enjoy bold flavors without compromising on health.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 300 grams Raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
• 100 grams Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and lettuce)
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium Cucumber (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 medium Avocado (optional, diced)
• 3 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil (extra virgin)
• 1 medium Lime (zested and juiced)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the prawns. Pat them dry with a paper towel and sprinkle with ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the skillet is hot, add the prawns in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

Prepare the salad base by combining the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion in a large salad bowl. If using avocado, add the diced avocado as well.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice and zest of the lime, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. This will serve as the dressing for the salad.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad base and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Top the salad with the cooked prawns, ensuring they're evenly spread. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Low Fat Zesty Prawn Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(959.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	589.6

Total Fat 17.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 567mg	0%
Sodium 1098.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 399.8mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2416.6mg	0%

*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: 25.3%

Protein: 50.5%

Carbs: 24.3%