Barbecued Prawn Cocktail with Creamy Avocado Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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Sweet barbecued prawns paired with a zesty avocado dressing make for a fresh and flavorful Australian-style appetizer. This Australian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 23 minutes, brings together large raw prawns, olive oil, smoked paprika for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12, peeled and deveined large raw prawns
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1 medium ripe avocado
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
1, minced garlic clove
1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
4 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat a grill or barbecue to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). In a bowl, toss 12 peeled and deveined large raw prawns with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt until evenly coated.
Step 2: Thread the prawns onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred, turning once.
Step 3: While prawns cook, blend 1 medium ripe avocado, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Arrange 4 cups mixed salad greens and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes on serving plates. Place grilled prawns on top and drizzle with the creamy avocado dressing before serving.