Been to the gym and ready to replenish your amino acid profile? Prawns are one of the few high protein, low fat foods that contain a full amino acid profile of all 20 essential and non essential amino acids.

This means they also contain the essential BCCA’s leucine, isoleucine and valine, required for muscles repair, recovery and growth. These are crucial amino acids that cannot be synthesised by the body so they must be consumed in the diet. Prawns are also have zero carb content, and are very low in fat content; making them fantastic addition to any healthy BBQ. Whilst they are a good source of omega 3 oils for a healthy heart, they are high in cholesterol so be aware of that. Chilli, Garlic Prawns with Super Green Salad (24g Protein, 99 Calories per 100g)

Ingredients

• 1 long red chilli, seeded and finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 tbsps olive oil
• 2 tsps lime juice
• Salt and cracked black pepper
• 750g raw king prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact
• Pink Himalayan salt, to season
• Lime wedges, to serve
• Ready-made aioli or mayonnaise, to serve

Method

1. Mix the garlic, chilli, oil, lime juice, salt and pepper in a large bowl until well-combined
2. Add the prawns and toss to coat evenly, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes
3. Heat a barbecue grill plate to high and carefully place the prawns on top (skewers are good to keep the prawns in place)
4. Remove prawns from marinade and thread onto metal or bamboo skewers (see note)
5. Grill prawn skewers for 2 minutes each side or until prawns are cooked through and golden
6. Serve the prawns with lime wedges and a leafy green salad