“This is just a quickie post to remind you about how quick and easy a classic prawn cocktail is! I have gone eighties retro and served it on a bed of shredded lettuce, but it would be equally delicious over a halved avocado! I added Worcestershire to the sauce as it adds depth of flavour, but do check the allergen list.” – Monya

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The keto diet has gained popularity for its focus on low-carb and high-fat meals. If you’re following a keto diet but craving a refreshing and satisfying salad, look no further than a simple prawn cocktail salad. Enhanced with a simple yet flavourful rose Marie sauce, served on a bed of crisp iceberg lettuce, this dish brings together the best of both worlds – taste and nutrition.
 

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The star ingredient is succulent prawns, which are an excellent source of protein and healthy fats. To elevate the taste, a classic rose Marie sauce is used, which combines the tanginess of tomato ketchup with the creaminess of mayonnaise.

The salad’s base is made up of refreshing and crunchy iceberg lettuce. Iceberg lettuce is not only low in carbs but also high in water content. Its mild flavour complements the prawns and allows the rose Marie sauce to shine.
 
By embracing this keto-friendly dish, you can indulge in a guilt-free, low-carb salad that will leave your body nourished.

 

It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Easy Prawn Cocktail, as well as all the https://www.fatsoflife.co.uk/keto-fish-and-seafood-recipes/ on Fats of Life®.
 

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Easy Prawn Cocktail

A quick and easy blast from the past! This is a classic prawn cocktail you can throw together as a quick, light lunch or put out as an appetizer / starter for your keto dinner party (use the facility below to increase the servings).

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Course Light Meals

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Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Author Monya Kilian Palmer

Per serving

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.7g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 14g

Equipment

• sharp knife
• mixing bowl
• pretty dessert bowls (optional)

Ingredients

• 85 g (3 oz) iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced
• 35 g (1.2 oz) no-sugar added tomato ketchup
• 35 g (1.2 oz) mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• lemon juice, to taste
• 150 g (5.3 oz) cooked, peeled prawns
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• finely chopped parsley, (optional garnish)

Instructions

• Thinly slice the iceberg lettuce and divide between two small serving bowls.
  
• Combine the ketchup, mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Adjust the seasoning with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

  Drain the prawns well before adding to the bowl. (There is often a lot of moisture in the packaging which will result in a watery mixture if you simply tip the whole lot in.)
  
• Mix well to combine and divide the mixture between the two serving bowls over the lettuce. Drizzle over any excess sauce. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

  If you have any fresh herbs, a small garnish would look pretty (I used finely chopped curly parsley).

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My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!

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Nutritional Information per serving
Calories                        196Kcal / 820kJ
Fat                                14g
Carbohydrates              2.7g
Protein                          15g

Allergens
Crustaceans
Eggs (present in the mayonnaise)
Fish (present in the Worcestershire sauce)
Barley (present in the Worcestershire sauce)
Sulphites (present in the Worcestershire sauce)

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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macro calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.

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