Mediterranean prawn salad
This Mediterranean prawn salad is a light, refreshing dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner. It combines succulent cooked prawns with crisp sliced red onion and fennel, vibrant rocket, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing infused with a hint of chilli. Quick to prepare, it celebrates fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors, offering a healthy and delicious meal option, optionally served with garlic bread.
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Whisk Or a fork for emulsifying the dressing
- 1 Sharp Chef's Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Measuring Spoons For precise dressing measurements
Ingredients
Main
- juice 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- pinch dried chilli flakes
- 1 sliced red onion
- 1 sliced fennel bulb
- 1 large handful rocket
- 200 g cooked prawn
- garlic bread to serve (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a pinch of dried chilli flakes until well combined and emulsified. Set aside.
- Thinly slice the red onion and fennel bulb. For best results, use a sharp knife or a mandoline for uniform slices.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced red onion, fennel, and a large handful of rocket.
- Add the cooked prawns to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and rocket.
- Pour the prepared lemon-chilli dressing over all the ingredients in the bowl.
- Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve the Mediterranean prawn salad immediately to ensure maximum freshness and crispness of the rocket.
- If serving with garlic bread, prepare and toast it according to its instructions while the salad is being assembled.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice. When slicing the red onion and fennel, aim for very thin, consistent pieces; a mandoline can achieve this effortlessly for a delicate texture. Ensure your prawns are properly defrosted and chilled if using frozen, and pat them dry for better integration. The chilli flakes can be adjusted to your preferred level of heat. Toss the salad just before serving to prevent the rocket from wilting, maintaining its crispness and vibrant color. Consider adding Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, or fresh dill to further enhance the Mediterranean profile. A well-emulsified dressing ensures every component is coated beautifully.