Prawn & Avocado Cous Cous |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is a very satisfying summer salat and can be served as a main meal. Ingredients:
250 g couscous |
4 shallots, trimmed and chopped |
1 bunch fresh coriander, chopped |
2 ripe tomatoes, chopped |
16 cooked prawns, peeled, deveined |
1 large avocado, halved, peeled, stone removed and chopped |
2 limes, juice and zest of, finely grated |
1 tablespoon honey |
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil |
salt & freshly ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Place cous cous in a heatproof bowl.
2. Add 2 cups (500ml)warm water and set aside for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
3. Use a fork to separate the grains.
4. Cut prawns lengthwise.
5. Stir in the shallots, tomatoes, coriander, prawns and avocado.
6. To make the lime dressing, combine the lime rind and juice, honey, oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Pour over the cous cous mixture and toss well to serve.
8. TIP:.
9. Once avocados are cut, squeeze some lemon juice over the flesh.
10. This helps prevent the flesh from darkening when exposed to the air.
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