Vietnamese Seafood Salad

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this refreshing Vietnamese Seafood Salad, a perfect harmony of zesty, savory, and crisp elements. This dish features tender shrimp and squid, quickly poached to perfection and tossed with a medley of crunchy julienned carrots, cucumber, and red onion. The tangy dressing, made with fresh lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, and a hint of red chili, infuses the salad with authentic Southeast Asian flair, while fresh herbs like cilantro and mint add a burst of fragrance and color. Topped with roasted peanuts for a delightful crunch, this light yet satisfying salad is perfect as a starter or a healthy main dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a show-stopping recipe for seafood lovers looking to explore bold and authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 250 grams Squid (cleaned and cut into rings)
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Sugar
• 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
• 1 large Red chili (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
• 1 medium Cucumber (seeded and julienned)
• 1 small Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts (crushed)
• 3 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the squid rings and cook for 1-2 minutes or until they turn opaque. Remove immediately with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Using the same pot of boiling water, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and fully cooked. Remove and place in the bowl of ice water. Drain and set aside with the squid.

Step 3

Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and sliced chili in a small bowl until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and mint. Add the cooked shrimp and squid.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 6

Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl. Sprinkle with crushed roasted peanuts for garnish.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and vibrant Vietnamese Seafood Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1952.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	886.4

Total Fat 16.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1070.6mg	0%
Sodium 3914.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.6g
Protein 122.3g	0%

Vitamin D 447.1IU	0%
Calcium 737.9mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 3396.9mg	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: 15.8%

Protein: 50.9%

Carbs: 33.3%