This peri peri king prawn salad is fresh and light, but still packs in loads of flavour. Juicy king prawns coated in peri peri seasoning pair perfectly with crisp romaine, sweet corn, roasted red peppers and crunchy cucumber for a salad that is anything but boring.
It's a quick and easy meal that works really well for lunch or dinner, especially when you want something simple but satisfying. The creamy guacamole and Nando's Perinnaise bring everything together, adding just the right amount of flavour to every bite.
Calories in Peri Peri King Prawn Salad
This recipe serves 2 and is 370 calories per serving.
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Ingredients Notes
To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:
- Large peeled king prawns (shrimp), raw: Frozen raw king prawns are really convenient for this recipe and cook quickly once defrosted. Just make sure they are fully thawed and patted dry before seasoning so they cook nicely and the peri peri coating sticks well.
- Olive oil spray: Helps the seasoning stick to the prawns and is perfect for keeping the recipe light.
- Peri peri seasoning :Adds that signature spicy, smoky flavour. Adjust the amount depending on how much heat you like.
- Salt and pepper: Essential for seasoning the prawns and bringing out all the flavours in the salad.
- Romaine: Crisp and refreshing, this makes a great base for the salad and adds plenty of crunch.
- Frozen corn: Adds a little sweetness and extra texture. Just cook and cool before adding to the salad.
- Roasted red pepper (jarred): Soft, sweet and full of flavour, these add a lovely pop of colour too. Drain well before slicing.
- Baby cucumber: Adds freshness and crunch. Baby cucumbers work especially well as they have fewer seeds and a nice crisp texture.
- Red onion: Brings a sharp bite that balances well with the creamy dressing and sweet roasted peppers. Slice thinly for the best texture.
- Guacamole: Adds creaminess and a fresh avocado flavour that works really well with the peri peri prawns.
- Nando's Perinaise: A creamy peri peri mayo that adds extra flavour and a little heat, perfect for drizzling over the salad.
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.
Variations and Substitutes
There are lots of easy ways to switch up this peri peri king prawn salad depending on what you have on hand or what you fancy.
- Swap the prawns: If you prefer, you can swap the prawns for chicken or salmon. Simply season with the peri peri seasoning, cook until tender, then slice or flake into bite-size pieces and add to the salad.
- Add some grains: If you want to make the salad a little more filling, cooked quinoa is a great addition. You could also use couscous, bulgur wheat or a little cooked rice.
- Change the salad base: Romaine keeps it nice and crisp, but little gem, iceberg, baby leaf salad or mixed greens all work well too.
- Switch the veg: Try avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced radishes, shredded carrot, spring onions or even some finely sliced red cabbage for extra crunch and colour.
- Add some beans: Black beans or chickpeas are a great way to add extra texture and make the salad more substantial.
- Use a different dressing: Guacamole and Nando's Perinaise are so good together, but you could swap one for a lighter homemade yoghurt-based dressing using some peri peri seasoning and lime or lemon juice, a different brand spicy mayo or even a simple squeeze of lime and a drizzle of peri peri sauce.
- Adjust the heat: Use a milder peri peri seasoning if you prefer less spice, or add extra chilli flakes or sliced fresh chilli if you like it hotter.
How to Prep Ahead and Store
If you want to enjoy this over a couple of days, it is best to store the different parts separately and build the salad when you are ready to eat. Keep the cooked peri peri prawns, chopped salad ingredients, guacamole and Nando's Perinaise in separate containers in the fridge so everything stays as fresh and crisp as possible.
When ready to serve, just add the romaine, corn, roasted red peppers, cucumber and red onion to a bowl, top with the prawns, then finish with the guacamole and a drizzle of Nando's Perinaise. Stored this way, the salad is best enjoyed within 2 days. If already fully assembled, it is best eaten straight away, as the lettuce will soften and the salad can become watery.
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Recipe Card
Peri Peri King Prawn Salad
Fresh, colourful and packed with bold peri peri flavour, this king prawn salad is a really easy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 200g (7oz) frozen large peeled shrimp, defrosted
- Olive oil spray
- 1.5 teaspoons of peri peri seasoning
- Salt and pepper
- 1 head of romaine, chopped
- ½ cup (80g) of frozen corn
- 1 roasted red pepper (jarred), drained and sliced
- 1 baby cucumber, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons of guacamole
- 3 tablespoons of Nandos Perinaise
Instructions
- Spray a frying pan over a medium-high heat with olive oil spray, add the prawns and peri peri seasoning, and fry until the prawns are cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the corn to the same pan and fry until lightly charred. It will pick up any leftover seasoning in the pan too, which adds even more flavour.
- Add the romaine, roasted red peppers, cucumber and red onion to bowls, top with the cooked prawns and charred corn, then season with salt and black pepper. Finish with a dollop of guacamole and a drizzle of Perinaise. You can stir a little water into the Perinaise first to loosen it slightly, which makes it easier to drizzle.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1 SERVINGAmount Per Serving Calories 370Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 2gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 212mgSodium 400mgCarbohydrates 31gFiber 10gSugar 11gProtein 30g
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