Prawn Cocktail Salad

 ▎Ingredients

▎For the Prawn Cocktail:

- Prawns: 500g (cooked and peeled, preferably large)

- Lettuce: 1 head (Iceberg or Romaine, shredded)

- Tomatoes: 2 medium (diced or halved cherry tomatoes)

- Cucumber: 1 small (sliced or diced)

- Avocado: 1 (sliced, optional)

- Lemon wedges: for garnish

▎For the Cocktail Sauce:

- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup

- Ketchup: 1/4 cup

- Worcestershire sauce: 1 teaspoon

- Hot sauce: a few dashes (optional, to taste)

- Lemon juice: from 1/2 lemon

- Salt and pepper: to taste

- Chopped fresh herbs: like dill or parsley (optional)

▎Instructions

1. Prepare the Cocktail Sauce:

   - In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

   - Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste. You can add chopped herbs for extra flavor if desired.

2. Prepare the Salad Base:

   - On a large serving platter or individual plates, arrange the shredded lettuce as a base.

   - Scatter the diced tomatoes and cucumber over the lettuce. If using avocado, add it on top as well.

3. Add the Prawns:

   - Arrange the cooked prawns on top of the salad. You can leave them whole or cut them into smaller pieces.

4. Dress the Salad:

   - Drizzle the cocktail sauce generously over the prawns and salad. You can also serve some sauce on the side for dipping.

5. Garnish and Serve:

   - Garnish with lemon wedges and additional herbs if desired.

   - Serve immediately as an appetizer or light meal.

▎Tips:

- For added flavor, you can marinate the prawns in a bit of lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil for about 30 minutes before assembling.

- You can customize the salad by adding other ingredients like bell peppers, radishes, or even avocado for creaminess.

- This dish is best served fresh but can be prepared in advance by keeping the components separate until serving.