Low Sodium Classic Prawn Cocktail
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Low Sodium Classic Prawn Cocktail, a modern twist on an iconic appetizer that’s perfect for health-conscious seafood lovers. Featuring tender, freshly cooked prawns nestled atop creamy avocado and crisp romaine lettuce, this light and refreshing dish is paired with a tangy, homemade cocktail sauce crafted from low-sodium ketchup, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of horseradish for bold flavor without the excess salt. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an effortlessly elegant starter that combines simple ingredients with an elevated presentation. Garnished with fresh dill and lemon wedges, this low-sodium recipe is perfect for dinner parties, holiday celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a healthy yet indulgent treat.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Low-sodium ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 4 large Romaine lettuce leaves
- 4 for garnish Fresh lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 2
Once boiling, reduce heat to medium, add prawns, and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
Step 3
Immediately remove prawns with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
Step 4
Drain the prawns, pat dry with paper towels, and set aside.
Step 5
In a medium bowl, combine low-sodium ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using) to create the cocktail sauce.
Step 6
Gently fold in the chopped dill for added freshness.
Step 7
Arrange large romaine lettuce leaves as a decorative bed on each serving plate.
Step 8
Place an equal amount of diced avocado over the lettuce leaves as a creamy base.
Step 9
Carefully divide the prawns evenly among the plates, placing them atop the avocado.
Step 10
Spoon a generous portion of cocktail sauce over the prawns.
Step 11
Garnish each serving with a fresh lemon wedge for squeezing over the prawns just before eating.
Step 12
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium classic prawn cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1028.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1159.6 |
| Total Fat 40.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.4g | |
| Cholesterol 991mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1197.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.7g | |
| Protein 124.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 412.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2334.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories