Papaya Salad With Prawns Recipe

Name: Papaya Salad With Prawns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Papaya; 1 Ripe Mango; 1 Avocado; 1/2 Small Cantaloupe Melon; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 7 ounces, weight Prawns, Peeled; Fresh Mint Leaves For Garnish; FOR THE DRESSING:; 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Mint Leaves; 2 teaspoons Lime Juice; 1 teaspoon Honey; 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Servings: persons

1 Papaya
1 Ripe Mango
1 Avocado
1/2 Small Cantaloupe Melon
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic, Minced
7 ounces, weight Prawns, Peeled
Fresh Mint Leaves For Garnish
FOR THE DRESSING:
2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Mint Leaves
2 teaspoons Lime Juice
1 teaspoon Honey
3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper

1
Cut papaya, mango and avocado and pit them. Use a tablespoon to take out the flesh and save papaya skins for serving. Peel the cantaloupe melon and remove the seeds. Dice everything, transfer in a medium-sized mixing bowl and mix well.
2
Heat olive oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and prawns and fry for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until prawns turn pink. Add to the fruit.
3
For the dressing, whisk together chopped mint leaves, lime juice, honey and extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
4
Pour the dressing into the bowl with the salad and mix. Divide the salad amongst papaya halves or salad bowls. Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Enjoy!

153

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Fat

Carbs

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Papaya, 1 Ripe Mango, 1 Avocado, 1/2 Small Cantaloupe Melon, and more.

Yes, Papaya Salad With Prawns falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Papaya Salad With Prawns

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Variations & substitutions

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