🥒 Prawn Cucumber Salad – A Light & Fresh Thermomix Favourite
This Prawn Cucumber Salad has been one of those quiet achievers in our Skinnymixers community — quick, fresh, and surprisingly satisfying. I originally shared it as a low calorie option when I was trying to get back on track with lighter eating… but honestly, I love how fresh and crunchy it is (although I do skip the coriander!)!
If you’re someone who doesn’t love heavy meals in Summer or is watching calories without wanting to miss out on flavour, this one’s for you.
💚 Why You’ll Love This Salad
Low in calories, big on flavour – just 137 calories per serve
Gluten free, dairy free, low carb and Whole30 friendly
Super quick – perfect for busy lunches or meal prep
No cooking required (if using pre-cooked prawns)
Easy to customise – great with a range of dressings or extra veggies
🛒 Ingredient Notes
Here’s what makes this salad so simple but so tasty:
Prawns: You can use fresh or thawed frozen cooked prawns. If using raw prawns, just make sure to steam or pan-fry them before assembling. If using pre-cooked prawns you can skip the steaming and just combine the salad.
Cucumber: I love Lebanese cucumbers for their crunch and minimal seeds. Slice thinly for best texture.
Coriander: This herb give it that fresh Thai-style vibe — but if you’re one of those coriander-haters (you’re not alone), you can skip it or sub with Vietnamese mint or fresh parsley.
Lemon Juice: Fresh is definitely best with this!
Optional extras –
Avocado – adds some lovely healthy fats to help keep you fuller, longer.
Tomato – lovely ripe tomatoes will add minimal calories but extra taste.
🔧 Thermomix Tips
Want to steam more prawns? Pop them in the large steaming trays instead and extend cooking time until cooked.
🍽️ What To Serve It With
This is a brilliant light lunch on its own, but it also works as:
- A starter for a BBQ
- A side dish with grilled chicken or fish
- Wrapped in rice paper rolls for something different!
❄️ Storage & Meal Prep
This salad is best eaten fresh on the day, but leftovers keep well for up to 24 hours in the fridge. If you’re prepping in advance, store the dressing separately and mix just before serving to keep the cucumber crisp.
❓ FAQ
Can I use pre-cooked prawns?
Absolutely. Just thaw and rinse well. Pat dry before adding to the salad so it doesn’t go watery.
Can I make this vegetarian?
You can replace the prawns with pan-fried tofu or even boiled eggs for a protein boost.
🔗 Related Recipes You’ll Love
Let me know in the Skinnymixers Facebook Group if you give this one a go — it’s one of those “I didn’t think I’d love this, but I really do” kinds of recipes ❤️
Love Nik xx
Prawn & Cucumber Salad (Low Calorie, High Protein)
Ingredients
- 300-400 g prawn meat - (cleaned weight)
- tray of ice
- 200-300 g cucumber - cubed
- 1 handful fresh coriander or parsley - chopped
- 1 lemon juiced
- salt to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 20 g olive oil - omit for p2 & super low calorie
- cubed avocado
- diced fresh tomato - add as much as you like!
- aioli
Instructions
- Weigh in 300 g or 10.6 oz water to mixer bowl, set for 8 min/steaming temp/speed 2/MC on.
- Insert simmering basket and put your prawns inside, cook for 3 min/steaming temp/speed 2/MC on.
- When the prawns are finished, immediately put them into cold water with the ice to cool, while you prepare your salad.
- Drain prawns well, cut your prawn meat into small chunks, stir through salad and you can either let it marinate in the fridge for a few hours or serve immediately.
Notes
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