Chilli, lime & peanut salad with BBQ prawns

Name: Chilli Lime and Peanut Salad with BBQ Prawns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 500g prawns, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cups mixed salad greens; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup chopped cucumber; 1/4 cup chopped peanuts; 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 red chili, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Chilli, Lime, and Peanut Salad with BBQ Prawns. Succulent prawns grilled to perfection, served atop a bed of crisp salad greens tossed with spicy chili, zesty lime, and crunchy peanuts. This vibrant dish offers a perfect balance of heat, tanginess, and nuttiness, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal for any occasion. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every mouthful!

12 large green king prawns
Olive oil cooking spray
2 Lebanese cucumbers, chopped
2 carrots, shredded
2 cups finely shredded Chinese cabbage
2 green onions (shallots), trimmed and shredded
1 cup coriander leaves
½ cup small mint leaves
2 small red chillies, deseeded and thinly sliced
½ cup roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped
1 cup snow pea tendrils* or snow pea sprouts (optional)
Grilled lime halves, to serve

STEP 1 Soak 12 bamboo skewers in cold water for 10 minutes. Thread prawns lengthways onto skewers. Spray with oil.

STEP 2 Meanwhile, to make dressing, combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until sugar dissolves. Set aside.

STEP 3 Arrange cucumbers, carrots, cabbage, green onions, coriander, mint, chillies, peanuts and snow pea tendrils on a serving platter.

STEP 4 Preheat a char-grill or barbecue plate on medium-high. Char-grill or barbecue prawns, turning once, for 4-5 minutes until just cooked through. Drizzle salad with dressing. Serve with prawns and grilled lime and/or finger limes.

Nutritional Facts

Chilli: Contains vitamin C and capsaicin.
Lime: High in vitamin C.
Peanuts: Source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
Prawns: High in protein and low in fat.

Tips and Tricks

Chilli Lime and Peanut Salad with BBQ Prawns: Opt for crisp, fresh salad greens and crunchy peanuts for a refreshing salad. Substitute peanuts with cashews or almonds for a different nutty flavor.