Prawn Lime and Mango Salad

Vibrant, zesty, and refreshingly tropical, this Prawn Lime and Mango Salad is a stunning fusion of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Perfect for a light lunch or a stunning dinner appetizer, this salad combines tender, pan-seared prawns seasoned with a hint of spice, sweet and juicy mango cubes, and crisp mixed greens. Enhanced with the crunch of red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion, and tied together with a tangy lime dressing, every bite bursts with a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy notes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional chili flakes for a subtle kick, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and is sure to impress. Ideal for fans of quick, healthy, and flavor-packed meals, this salad embodies the essence of summer on a plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lime (juiced and zested)
• 1 ripe mango (cubed)
• 150 grams mixed salad greens
• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 cucumber (thinly sliced)
• 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the raw prawns with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using).

Step 3

Cook the prawns in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice and zest of 1 lime to create a simple dressing. Set aside.

Step 5

Prepare the salad by combining the mixed salad greens, cubed mango, sliced red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.

Step 6

Toss the salad with the lime dressing until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Gently fold the cooked prawns into the salad mixture.

Step 8

Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(919.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	643.8

Total Fat 16.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 567mg	0%
Sodium 1703.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 78.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336.8mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1974.7mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 46.3%

Carbs: 31.3%