Prawn Shrimp Cocktail with Dill Dressing
Elevate your appetizer game with this classic yet refreshing Prawn Shrimp Cocktail with Dill Dressing. Perfect for entertaining or a light summer starter, this recipe combines tender, succulent prawns or shrimp with crisp lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber for a delightful medley of textures. The star of the dish is the creamy dill dressing, made with tangy sour cream, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh dill, creating a vibrant flavor that perfectly complements the seafood. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is served in elegant glassware for a stunning presentation. Garnished with a touch of paprika, it’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a favorite.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams cooked, peeled prawns or shrimp
- 5 pieces large lettuce leaves (e.g., iceberg or romaine)
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 piece cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash the lettuce leaves and pat them dry. Arrange 1 leaf in the bottom of each serving glass or bowl.
Step 2
2. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Divide them evenly among the serving glasses, layering over the lettuce.
Step 3
3. Distribute the cooked prawns or shrimp equally into the serving glasses, gently placing them on top of the vegetables.
Step 4
4. Make the dill dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 5
5. Drizzle the dill dressing generously over the arranged prawns and vegetables in each serving glass.
Step 6
6. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the top of each cocktail for added color and flavor.
Step 7
7. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to chill further before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1338.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1163.5 |
| Total Fat 61.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1060.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2805.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.6g | |
| Protein 128.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 894.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 389.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2773.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories