Squid Salad

Dive into the vibrant, ocean-inspired flavors of this irresistible Squid Salad, a refreshing and healthy dish perfect for any occasion. Tender squid rings and tentacles are delicately poached until perfectly tender, then chilled to lock in their freshness. Tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of honey, this salad strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Paired with a colorful medley of baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and red onion, it’s a feast for both the eyes and palate. Topped with fresh parsley and seasoned to perfection, this quick 20-minute recipe is a nutritious and elegant choice, whether served as an appetizer or a light main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Squid (cleaned, tubes and tentacles)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 100 grams Baby spinach
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 100 grams Cucumber (thinly sliced)
• 1 small Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and lightly salt it.

Step 2

Cut the squid tubes into 1cm thick rings and leave the tentacles whole.

Step 3

Add the squid to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the squid turns opaque and tender. Do not overcook, as it can become rubbery.

Step 4

Drain the squid and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process and preserve its tenderness. Once cooled, drain and pat dry.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, and honey to make the dressing.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

Step 7

Add the cooked squid to the salad and drizzle the dressing over the top.

Step 8

Gently toss to combine and ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve the squid salad immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	863.6

Total Fat 35.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1165mg	0%
Sodium 2071.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 85.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348.8mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2046.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 39.9%

Carbs: 22.6%