Lemon Herb Prawn and Avocado Crunchy Salad
Juicy pan-seared prawns tossed with crisp cucumber, bell pepper, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado over a bed of fresh baby spinach. Bright, refreshing, and packed with high-quality protein.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Hayley + Lila
Hayley created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat…
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat…
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F (190°C) and add 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
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Add prawns to the hot pan in…
Add prawns to the hot pan in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and cooked through.
Look for: pink, opaque, and cooked through
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Remove prawns from heat and squeeze half…
Remove prawns from heat and squeeze half of the fresh lemon juice over them.
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Combine baby spinach
In a large serving bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced red bell pepper.
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Whisk the remaining olive oil and lemon…
Whisk the remaining olive oil and lemon juice together in a small ramekin with a pinch of black pepper until emulsified.
Look for: emulsified
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Drizzle the dressing over the fresh vegetables…
Drizzle the dressing over the fresh vegetables and gently toss to coat.
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Top the salad with the seared prawns…
Top the salad with the seared prawns and diced avocado, then serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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