Prawn and Avocado Cups

Prawn and Avocado Cups are a delightful and healthy appetizer featuring succulent prawns nestled in creamy avocado, served in crisp lettuce cups. This dish offers a burst of fresh flavors and textures, making it perfect for a light start to any meal.

Ingredients

• Prawns (cooked and peeled) - 150 grams
• Ripe avocado - 1 medium
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro (fresh, chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion (finely chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes (diced) - 100 grams
• Lettuce leaves (for cups) - 4 large
• Olive oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked prawns, diced cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, mash the avocado and mix in lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
3. Gently fold the prawn mixture into the avocado mixture until well combined.
4. Carefully spoon the prawn and avocado mixture into the lettuce leaves to create cups.
5. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 360 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from prawns, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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