Soy-Free Zesty Prawn Salad
Dive into a refreshing twist on seafood salads with this Soy-Free Zesty Prawn Salad, a vibrant medley of tender prawns, crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber, all tossed in a tangy lime vinaigrette. Perfect for those seeking soy-free recipes, this dish is bursting with fresh, zesty flavors and a hint of spice from paprika and optional cayenne pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick and healthy meal. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this gluten-free and dairy-free salad is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Serve it as a light lunch, a stunning appetizer, or a main course that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 120 grams Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and baby kale)
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Cucumber (sliced into half-moons)
- 1 large Avocado (diced)
- 1 small Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan alternative)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the prawns and cook them for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and set aside to cool.
Step 2
While the prawns are cooling, prepare the vegetables. Arrange the mixed salad greens on a large serving platter or individual plates. Top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, diced avocado, and red onion.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 4
Once the prawns are cool, place them on top of the salad. Drizzle the soy-free vinaigrette evenly over the entire salad.
Step 5
Sprinkle the salad with freshly chopped parsley for garnish.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy your Soy-Free Zesty Prawn Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1415.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1378.1 |
| Total Fat 75.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 975mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1940.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.0g | |
| Protein 132.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 760IU | 0% |
| Calcium 400.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3763.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories