Low Carb Refreshing Squid Salad
Dive into the ultimate summer dish with this Low Carb Refreshing Squid Salad, a vibrant and healthy recipe that's bursting with flavor and texture! Featuring tender squid rings delicately poached to perfection, this salad is paired with crisp cucumber, zesty radishes, and aromatic fresh cilantro. A tangy lemon-garlic dressing with a hint of red chili flakes elevates the dish, while toasted sesame seeds add a satisfying crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, this chilled salad is low-carb, gluten-free, and perfect as a light lunch or an impressive appetizer. Ideal for seafood lovers and health-conscious eaters alike, this squid salad is a fresh, flavorful way to step up your mealtime game!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium cucumber, julienned
- 4 large radishes, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the squid. If not already cleaned, remove the head and innards, cut the squid body into 0.5 cm rings, and rinse thoroughly under cold water.
Step 2
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the squid rings and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn opaque and are tender. Do not overcook to ensure the squid stays tender.
Step 3
Immediately drain the squid and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled squid, julienned cucumber, sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, and sliced red onion.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the squid salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
Step 7
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Before serving, sprinkle the salad with toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and a nutty flavor.
Step 9
Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing low-carb squid salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1015.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 973.2 |
| Total Fat 42.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 1164.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1516.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.3g | |
| Protein 99.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 414.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2403.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories