Malissa Fedele is a clinical nutritionist.
She is known as the ‘Mood Boosting Nutritionist,’ Malissa passionately shares her expertise on enhancing mood and overall well-being through the power of nutrition and lifestyle choices.
Malissa is making a mood-boosting Christmas feast including: Prawns with mango salsa, Rockmelon and burrata salad and Watermelon and strawberry spritz.
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Recipe below:
GRILLED PRAWN STARTER WITH MANGO SALSA
12 large prawnsDrizzle of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)1 tbsp chopped parsley2 cloves garlic, chopped1 tsp chilli powderZest of 1/2 lemon1 tsp honeySalt & black pepper, to taste
Mango Salsa:
1 ripe avocado, diced1 ripe mango, diced1/4 red onion, finely diced1 red chilli, finely chopped1 tbsp chopped dill1 tbsp chopped chivesDrizzle of EVOOJuice of 1 limeSalt & pepper, to tasteTo Serve:1 baby cos lettuce, leaves washed and dried
Method:
Marinate the prawns by combining EVOO, chopped parsley, garlic, chilli powder, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper. Let the prawns sit for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you can. Grill the prawns on the BBQ or in a skillet for about 2 minutes on each side, until cooked through.For the salsa, dice the avocado, mango, red onion, red chilli, dill, and chives. Toss the ingredients together in a bowl with EVOO, lime juice, salt, and pepper.To serve, place a spoonful of salsa into each baby cos lettuce leaf, then top with one or two prawns. Enjoy this fresh, flavorful starter!
Rockmelon, Crispy Prosciutto, and Burrata Salad
1 rockmelon, peeled, de-seeded, and cut into cubes100g prosciutto, sliced1 ball of burrata1/2 Red Onion, SlicedFresh basil leaves, torn2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)1 tbsp balsamic vinegarSalt & freshly ground black pepper, to tasteOptional to drizzle honey and top with crushed almonds for a crunch
Method:
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Arrange the prosciutto slices in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy and golden. Check after 5 minutes to avoid overcooking. Once done, set aside to cool and break into pieces.Assemble the Salad: Arrange the cubed rockmelon on a platter. Place the burrata in the center and gently tear it open. Scatter the crispy prosciutto pieces and basil leaves around the salad.Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sweet balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and creamy flavours!
Strawberry & Watermelon Spritz
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced2 cups watermelon, cubedJuice of 1 lime1-2 tsp honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)Sparkling water (or soda water) to top upIce cubesFresh mint leaves, for garnish
Method:
In a blender, add strawberries, watermelon, lime juice, and honey or agave syrup. Blend until smooth.Strain (optional): Pour the mixture through a strainer into a pitcher if you prefer a smoother texture.Fill each glass with ice, pour the fruit mixture until it’s about two-thirds full, and top with sparkling water or soda water.Add fresh mint leaves and a slice of lime or strawberry on the glass for a burst of colour.
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