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Salad Prawn Recipe Quick and Easy Dim Sum Style

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Salad Prawn

Cultural Context

Salad Prawn is a refreshing dish popular in Malaysia, especially during hot weather. It showcases the country's love for seafood and fresh ingredients, often served at gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations can be found globally, featuring different dressings and ingredients to suit local tastes.

MalaysianMYmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb prawns
4 cups mixed salad greens
1 medium cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 small red onion
1 medium avocado
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons herbs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

prawns

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

mixed salad greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: iceberg lettuce

Spinach is nutrient-rich, while iceberg lettuce is more affordable.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumbers

Mashed peas offer creaminess with fewer calories, while cucumbers are cost-effective.

1

Boil prawns in salted water until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

2

Drain and cool prawns under cold running water.

3

In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.

4

Add cooled prawns to the salad mixture.

5

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad.

6

Drizzle olive oil on top of the salad.

7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

8

Gently toss the salad until well combined.

9

Slice avocado and arrange on top of the salad.

10

Sprinkle fresh herbs over the salad for garnish.

11

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

large potcolandermixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Prawn SaladSeafood Salad

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