Quinoa and Prawn Salad

Quinoa and Prawn Salad

Quinoa, Prawn, and Bell Pepper Salad is a perfect combination of fresh, savoury, and slightly tangy flavours with a variety of textures. It’s a nutritious, well-balanced dish that’s light enough for a summer day yet filling enough to energise you. The vibrant colours make it visually appealing, and the mix of flavours—from the sweetness of the bell peppers and tomatoes to the tender prawns and the zesty citrus dressing—creates an enjoyable and wholesome meal.

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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 35 mins
Servings 2
Calories 385.16
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

Quinoa, Prawn, and Bell Pepper Salad is a vibrant, light yet filling dish that brings together the delicate flavours of prawns, the nutty, wholesome texture of quinoa, and the freshness of bell peppers and tomatoes. This salad is full of colour, with a balance of protein, healthy carbohydrates, and fresh vegetables, making it a perfect choice for a nutritious lunch or dinner.

Ingredients
  • 250 g raw jumbo king prawns
  • 100 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 100 g red bell pepper (deseeded, sliced)
  • 50 g quinoa (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 white onion (finelly chopped)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
    • For the dressing:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 C.

    Place the tomatoes, bell pepper, and garlic into the baking tray and bake for 30 minutes.

  2. Cook the quinoa according to the instructions on the packaging.

  3. In a small bowl mix all the ingredients for the dressing until well combined.

  4. Preheat the pan with 1 tbsp olive oil to medium heat and cook prawns on medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper and cook for another 1 minute. Then remove from the pan and set aside.

  5. When the tomatoes and bell pepper are baked, the quinoa is cooked and the prawns are done too, assemble the salad. I a bowl add all the ingredients and top with the dressing. Gently mix and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 385.16kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.82g28%
Total Carbohydrate 21.85g8%
Protein 32.65g66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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