“This refreshing Prawn, Mango & Avocado Summer Salad is the perfect light and healthy meal. Sweet, juicy mango, creamy avocado, and succulent prawns tossed with crisp greens and a zesty dressing – ready in under 15 minutes!”
Nothing says summer like a vibrant, refreshing salad! This Prawn, Mango & Avocado Summer Salad is a tropical combination of flavours — sweet, juicy mango, buttery avocado, and perfectly cooked prawns, all tied together with a simple zesty dressing.
Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a showstopping starter, this salad is a must-try for hot days.
It’s quick, easy, and absolutely packed with flavour — perfect for busy days when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen!
Recipe:
Ingredients:
200g cooked king prawns (peeled and deveined)
1 cup quinoa (cooked in 45 ml water)
1 ripe mango, diced
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh coriander (optional, for garnish)
For the Dressing:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for a little kick)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper to create your dressing.
In a large bowl, gently toss together the quinoa, prawns, mango, avocado, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and red onion.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat everything evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh coriander if you like.
Serving Tips:
Serve it chilled for an even fresher taste. Add a sprinkle of chilli flakes if you like a spicy twist. This salad pairs beautifully with grilled fish or as part of a summer BBQ spread.
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