This classic Prawn Cocktail Salad with juicy prawns in a tangy cocktail sauce, served with creamy avocado and crunchy lettuce, makes a delicious light lunch or appetiser.
On the table in just 10 minutes, this is the perfect easy recipe for entertaining!
Just like caesar salad, this prawn cocktail salad with creamy avocado is one of those classic salad recipes that never goes out of style.
The homemade cocktail sauce – also known as Marie Rose sauce – is made with 5 simple ingredients, and is SO delicious with prawns!
Taking just 10 minutes to make, this is such an easy and delicious salad that is sure to impress, and is perfect for any occasion; from Christmas celebrations to family get-togethers, laid back summer BBQs to dinner parties.
Enjoy as a light lunch, or serve as an appetiser.
Why You’re Going To Love This Recipe
- Quick recipe – this classic prawn cocktail salad is on the table in just 10 minutes, no cooking required!
- Simple to make – just mix, chop, and assemble! Perfect for both self-assured cooks and those not so confident in the kitchen.
- Perfect combination of flavours and textures – with sweet juicy prawns, creamy avocado, crunchy lettuce and a tangy dressing, this salad has it all and is definitely far from boring!
- Homemade cocktail sauce – also known as Marie Rose sauce, this zingy sauce is so much tastier than any seafood sauce you can buy, and takes just minutes to make!
What You Need
You only need a handful of ingredients to make this retro prawn cocktail salad.
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
- Thickened cream – also known as heavy cream.
- Tomato sauce – or tomato ketchup.
- Worcestershire sauce – this zingy, slightly spicy sauce gives the dressing extra depth of flavour. I prefer to use Lea and Perrin’s Worcestershire sauce however you can use your favourite brand.
- Lemon juice – freshly squeezed lemon juice or bottled lemon juice.
- Tabasco sauce – this hot pepper sauce adds a kick to the cocktail sauce.
- Salt and pepper – to season.
- Iceberg lettuce – finely sliced. You will need approx. 3-4 cups of shredded lettuce.
- Avocados – 2 avocados, make sure they are ripe.
- Prawns – large fresh cooked and peeled prawns.
Equipment Required
You don’t need any fancy equipment to make this prawn avocado salad!
- Small ramekin / bowl – for mixing and serving the cocktail sauce.
- Serving platter or large bowl – for serving.
Step By Step Instructions
This prawn salad with avocado and homemade cocktail sauce could not be easier to make: mix the sauce, assemble, and serve!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
Step 1 – Make The Cocktail Sauce
In a small deep ramekin or bowl, combine the thickened cream, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Tabasco, salt and pepper.
Mix well, then taste, adding extra Tabasco or lemon juice if you want a little extra kick.
Step 2 – Assemble The Salad
Place the ramekin into the centre of a larger bowl or a serving platter.
Place the shredded lettuce around the outside of the ramekin.
Top the lettuce with the sliced avocado.
Place the prawns over the side of the ramekin.
Serve prawn cocktail salad immediately.
Expert Tips
- Making the cocktail sauce – after mixing the cocktail sauce ingredients, taste and then add extra Tabasco and lemon juice if you prefer a little extra kick.
- Prawns – you’ll need 650g of peeled prawns or approximately 1kg of unpeeled prawns for this recipe.
- Keep the prawns chilled until just before serving.
- Serving idea – I like to arrange the prawns over the side of the ramekin or bowl (refer to the photo above) as it gives an extra impressive look to your salad. However you can simply place the prawns on top of the lettuce and avocado.
- Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!
FAQs
No. This recipe is not suitable to freeze.
Absolutely! I definitely recommend serving it with some fresh crunchy bread on the side when serving as a main course.
Yes, you can use a store bought seafood sauce, although the cocktail sauce recipe is so quick and easy that I do recommend you try making it from scratch – it is so delicious!
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Prawn Cocktail Salad
A classic Prawn Cocktail Salad made with iceberg lettuce, avocado, prawns and a creamy cocktail sauce!
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Servings: 6 serves
Calories: 232kcal
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Instructions
In a small deep ramekin or bowl, combine the cocktail sauce ingredients (see tips).
Place the ramekin into the centre of a larger bowl or a serving platter.
Place the shredded lettuce around the outside of the ramekin.
Top the lettuce with the sliced avocado.
Place the prawns over the side of the ramekin (see tips).
Serve immediately.
Notes
- After mixing the cocktail sauce ingredients, taste and then add extra Tabasco and lemon juice if needed.
- You’ll need 650g of peeled prawns or approximately 1kg of unpeeled prawns for this recipe.
- I like to arrange the prawns over the side of the ramekin or bowl (refer to the photo above) as it gives an extra impressive look to your salad. You can, however, simply place the prawns on top of the lettuce and avocado.
- Keep the prawns chilled until just before serving.
- This recipe is not suitable to freeze.
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 461mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 841IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
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