Are you tired of the same old boring salad for lunch? Want to switch things up without sacrificing taste or nutrition? Look no further than this easy prawn and quinoa salad recipe.
Salads can often get a bad reputation for being bland and unsatisfying. But with the right ingredients and flavor combinations, salads can be a delicious and filling meal. Plus, incorporating protein-rich foods like prawns and quinoa can help keep you feeling full and satisfied throughout the day.
This prawn and quinoa salad recipe is not only easy to make, but it’s also packed with nutrients and flavor. Whether you’re looking for a quick and healthy lunch or a light dinner option, this salad is sure to hit the spot. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal.
Easy Prawn and Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
- For the salad:
- 60g quinoa
- 150g cooked shelled prawns
- 1 small avocado , stoned and sliced
- ¼ cucumber , halved and sliced
- 50g watercress
- 100g cherry tomatoes , halved
- For the dressing:
- finely grated zest and juice 1 large lime
- 1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
- 2 spring onions , trimmed and finely chopped
- 1 tsp wheat-free tamari
- handful coriander , chopped
- 1 tsp rapeseed oil
- ½ tsp maple syrup
Instructions
- STEP 1
- Boil the quinoa in a small pan for 15 mins until the grains are tender and look like they have burst. Drain well and tip into a bowl. Meanwhile, make the dressing: mix the lime zest and juice and the chilli in a bowl.
- STEP 2
- Stir half the dressing into the quinoa with the spring onions, tamari and half the coriander. Stir in all the salad vegetables, then spoon onto two serving plates.
- STEP 3
- Stir the oil and maple syrup into the remaining dressing and toss in the prawns. Spoon onto the quinoa salad and scatter over the coriander to serve.
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