Melbourne Park Citrus Prawn Salad with Finger Lime Dressing

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A refreshing salad featuring grilled prawns and zesty finger lime dressing inspired by Melbourne’s vibrant flavors during the Australian Open. This Australian-inspired salad recipe (gluten free), ready in about 18 minutes, pairs large prawns, peeled and deveined, mixed salad greens, cucumber, thinly sliced into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create the finger lime dressing.
  2. Step 2: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Toss 12 peeled and deveined large prawns with 1 tbsp of the dressing, then grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1/2 thinly sliced cucumber, and 1 diced avocado.
  4. Step 4: Add the grilled prawns and 2 tbsp finger lime pearls to the salad.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle remaining dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Melbourne Park Citrus Prawn Salad with Finger Lime Dressing take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Melbourne Park Citrus Prawn Salad with Finger Lime Dressing?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed salad greens from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Melbourne Park Citrus Prawn Salad with Finger Lime Dressing?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Melbourne Park Citrus Prawn Salad with Finger Lime Dressing for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Melbourne Park Citrus Prawn Salad with Finger Lime Dressing gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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