Skip to main content

Prawns, Mango, and Avocado Salad with Sweet Chilli-Ginger Vinaigrette

This vibrant prawn, mango and avocado salad is a refreshing dairy-free starter or light lunch that perfectly balances sweet, zingy, and savoury flavours. Using succulent king prawns and buttery avocado, the dish is lifted by the tropical sweetness of ripe mango. It is a colourful, elegant choice for summer dining, offering a sophisticated contrast of textures that feels indulgent yet remains wonderfully healthy.

The secret to this recipe lies in the simple Asian-inspired vinaigrette, which combines piquant ginger with a gentle heat from the sweet chilli sauce. It is an ideal dish for those seeking a quick, nutritious meal that requires no cooking. Serve it on individual plates for a formal dinner party or as a fresh weekend platter to share with friends.

Continue reading below

Ingredients for Prawns, Mango, and Avocado Salad with Sweet Chilli-Ginger Vinaigrette

  • 120ml Asian sweet chilli sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger

  • 12 peeled cooked large prawns with tails left intact (about 230g )

  • 1 large head of butter lettuce, leaves separated

  • 1 large mango, peeled, pitted, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices

  • 1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices

How to make Prawns, Mango, and Avocado Salad with Sweet Chilli-Ginger Vinaigrette

Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Place prawns in medium bowl. Add 45ml vinaigrette; toss to coat. Divide lettuce among plates. Alternate mango, avocado, and prawns atop lettuce on each plate. Drizzle vinaigrette over.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
flu eligibility checker

Ask, share, connect.

Browse discussions, ask questions, and share experiences across hundreds of health topics.

symptom checker

Feeling unwell?

Assess your symptoms online for free

Sign up to the Patient newsletter

Your weekly dose of clear, trustworthy health advice - written to help you feel informed, confident and in control.

Please enter a valid email address

By subscribing you accept our Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time. We never sell your data.