Low Sodium Zesty Prawn Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and heart-healthy Low Sodium Zesty Prawn Salad! This dish pairs succulent, skillet-cooked prawns with a refreshing medley of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion. A citrusy dressing made with fresh lemon, lime, and orange zest adds a bold, zesty punch, while finely chopped parsley completes the flavor profile beautifully. Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this recipe delivers maximum taste without the excess salt, thanks to the fragrant combination of garlic, black pepper, and citrus juices. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy prawn salad is a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s as light as it is satisfying—ideal for lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams large prawns (peeled and deveined)
• 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, and lettuce mix)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium cucumber (sliced thinly)
• 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped finely)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the prawns under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, lime juice, orange zest, and ground black pepper to form the zesty dressing.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.

Step 7

Arrange the cooked prawns on top of the salad mixture.

Step 8

Drizzle the zesty dressing evenly over the salad and toss gently to coat.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad as a garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, low-sodium zesty prawn salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(912.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	792.4

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 877.5mg	0%
Sodium 557.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 113.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 455.0mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 2186.4mg	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: 32.2%

Protein: 55.3%

Carbs: 12.5%