Prawn, Rockmelon & Watercress Salad Recipe

Step 1

To make dressing, combine ll ingredients in a small jug and whisk well to combine.

Step 2

Cut rockmelon in half and scrape out seeds and peel and cut the rockmelon into thin slices.

Step 3

Peel prawns, leaving tail intact (personally I would remove tails) and devein the prawns and transfer to a bowl.

Step 4

Rinse mand drain watercress well and then pick leaves from the stems; you will needs 3 cups of leaves and then add the watercress to the prawns and onion and toss gently to combine.

Step 5

To serve - arrange melon on a serving plate and top with prawn mixture and spoon over drassing and sprinkle with the fetta.

Step 6

TIP - salad ingredients can be prepared up to several hours ahead but keep covered, seperately in the fridge. Toss together just before serving or if you prefer, you can replace watercressw with baby rocket leaves. Cut down on prep time by buying prawns peeled and de-viened, you would need to buy about 700 grams to 750 grams.

Tips

No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

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Tips for selecting ingredients

When selecting the cantaloupe, look for one that is heavy for its size and has a sweet smell. Avoid any that have soft spots or bruises.
To save time, buy pre-peeled and deveined prawns. However, if buying unpeeled prawns, be sure to devein them before cooking.

Ingredient substitutions

Substitute cantaloupe with honeydew melon - Honeydew melon has a sweeter flavour than cantaloupe, which will add an additional layer of sweetness to the salad.
Substitute feta cheese with goat cheese - Goat cheese has a milder flavour than feta, which will help to ensure that the other flavours in the salad are not overpowered.

Variations

Fruity Prawn Salad Replace the cantaloupe with 2 cups of diced fresh pineapple and replace the feta cheese with diced mango. Omit the orange juice from the dressing and replace with 2 tablespoons of honey.

Serve with

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon: This delicious side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Prawn, Rockmelon & Watercress Salad. The slight char of the asparagus pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the prawns, while the lemon adds a refreshing zing to the overall dish.

Roasted Potato Wedges with Rosemary: These delicious and easy roasted potato wedges are the perfect complement to the Prawn, Rockmelon & Watercress Salad. The rosemary adds a savory flavor to the potatoes, while the lemon in the asparagus adds a bright and refreshing note to the overall dish.

FAQ

Q: Can I use baby rocket leaves instead of watercress?

A: Yes, you can use baby rocket leaves instead of watercress. You may also need to adjust the quantity of the leaves if it is more or less than the amount of watercress specified in the recipe.

Q: Can I use different types of cheese in a recipe?

A: Yes, you can use different types of cheese in a recipe. Depending on the recipe, you may need to adjust the quantity or cooking time for certain types of cheese. Be sure to check the recipe for specific instructions.

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Prawns are a popular seafood dish that have been enjoyed by famous people throughout history. The ancient Romans are known to have enjoyed prawns, and the famous Roman Emperor Augustus was said to have had a particular fondness for them.

Fun Fact 2: Rockmelon, also known as cantaloupe, was first cultivated in Persia and India thousands of years ago. It is believed that the famous Indian Emperor Akbar enjoyed rockmelon so much that he had a special breed of the fruit grown in his royal gardens.