Prawn Shrimp Papaya Lettuce Wraps

Transform your weeknight dinner into a tropical delight with these vibrant Prawn Shrimp Papaya Lettuce Wraps. Packed with succulent, pan-seared prawns, juicy cubes of ripe papaya, and a crunchy medley of red bell peppers, all tucked into crisp butter lettuce leaves, this dish is as refreshing as it is satisfying. A zesty lime and fish sauce dressing, laced with a hint of honey and chili flakes, ties everything together beautifully, creating the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, these gluten-free wraps are perfect for healthy lunches, appetizers, or light dinners. Serve them straight from the skillet to enjoy their fresh, vibrant flavors at their peak!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g raw prawns or shrimp (peeled, deveined)
• 1 medium ripe papaya (cubed)
• 8 pieces butter lettuce leaves (washed and separated)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (finely diced)
• 2 tbsp cilantro leaves (chopped)
• 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tsp honey
• 0.5 tsp chili flakes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the prawns or shrimp. Pat them dry with paper towels and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the shrimp cools, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and chili flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed papaya, diced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss to coat.

Step 5

To assemble the wraps, lay out the butter lettuce leaves on a clean surface. Place 2-3 prawns in the center of each leaf, followed by a spoonful of the papaya mixture.

Step 6

Serve the lettuce wraps immediately, garnished with additional cilantro or a squeeze of lime if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1311.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	746.7

Total Fat 17.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 567mg	0%
Sodium 2871.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 46.9g
Protein 82.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 352.0mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 3318.7mg	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: 19.2%

Protein: 41.0%

Carbs: 39.8%