Avocado And Prawn Shrimp Salad Recipe

This vibrant Australian-inspired Avocado & Prawn Shrimp Salad recipe is a delightful mix of fresh lettuce, creamy avocado, succulent prawns, and a homemade Thousand Island dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or a sophisticated appetizer, this recipe is easy to customize to your liking with the dressing served on the side for individual preference. Get ready for a burst of fresh flavors in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 491 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Avocado And Prawn Shrimp Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Avocado And Prawn Shrimp Salad

  • Iceberg Lettuce
  • Frisee Lettuce
  • Fresh Chervil
  • Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice + 1 teaspoon for dressing
  • Lemon
  • Avocados
  • 8 oz cooked prawns (shrimp)
  • Mayonnaise
  • Tomato Paste
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Dijon Mustard

How to Make Avocado And Prawn Shrimp Salad

  1. Wash and prepare your lettuce: Roughly chop 4 cups of frisee and add it to a large bowl with 6-8 large leaves of iceberg lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Make the herby vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of fresh chervil, 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Dress the greens: Add the herby vinaigrette to the lettuce and toss gently to combine. Divide the dressed lettuce between four serving bowls.
  4. Prepare the Thousand Island dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, a pinch of paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  5. Prepare the avocado and prawns: Cut 2 ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and slice the flesh lengthways. Gently toss 8 oz cooked prawns (shrimp) with a teaspoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Assemble and serve: Arrange the avocado slices and prawns over the dressed lettuce in each bowl. Season with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately with lemon wedges and the Thousand Island dressing on the side for guests to add as desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

67 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

21g

Carbs

8g