Quick prawn cocktail salad
This recipe delivers a swift and refreshing prawn cocktail salad, combining crisp romaine, creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and sharp shallots with a convenient pre-made prawn cocktail. It's a light, flavorful meal or appetizer that comes together in minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Serving bowls
Ingredients
Main
- ΒΌ romaine lettuce torn into pieces
- 1 large avocado stoned, peeled and sliced
- 8 cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 200 g tub prawn cocktail
Instructions
- Wash and tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, then set aside.
- Carefully stone, peel, and slice the large avocado.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the shallot.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the torn romaine lettuce, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced shallot.
- Add the 200g tub of prawn cocktail to the bowl with the other ingredients.
- Carefully toss all the ingredients together, ensuring the prawn cocktail is evenly distributed without crushing the delicate avocado or prawns.
- Serve immediately in individual bowls, or chill for a short period to enhance flavors.
Notes
For this incredibly simple dish, ingredient quality is paramount. Ensure your romaine is crisp, avocado perfectly ripe, and tomatoes fresh. To enhance the pre-made prawn cocktail, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a pinch of finely chopped dill for brightness. Slicing the shallot very thinly is crucial to avoid an overpowering raw onion flavor. Chill the finished salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and ensure a refreshing experience. For a refined touch, arrange the components artfully on individual plates before adding the prawn cocktail.