Whole30 Refreshing Squid Salad
Brighten up your Whole30 menu with this light and flavorful Whole30 Refreshing Squid Salad! Featuring tender, perfectly cooked squid paired with crisp cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, this salad is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors. Tossed in a tangy lemon-garlic dressing with a touch of fresh parsley, each bite is a refreshing burst of citrusy goodness. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-packed, low-carb dish is perfect as a healthy lunch or a standout appetizer. Serve it over a bed of mixed salad greens for an elegant, protein-rich meal that’s paleo and Whole30-compliant.
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Ingredients
- 500 g fresh squid (cleaned)
- 60 ml fresh lemon juice
- 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 200 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 0.5 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 100 g mixed salad greens
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the squid thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Slice the bodies into rings and leave the tentacles whole.
Step 2
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sliced squid and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque and tender. Avoid overcooking to prevent the squid from becoming rubbery.
Step 3
Drain the squid in a colander and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, chopped parsley, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled squid, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and red onion.
Step 6
Pour the lemon dressing over the squid and vegetables, and toss gently to ensure everything is well coated.
Step 7
Arrange the mixed salad greens on a serving platter or individual plates.
Step 8
Spoon the squid and vegetable mixture over the greens.
Step 9
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy your Whole30 Refreshing Squid Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1050.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1104.2 |
| Total Fat 68.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1165mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2612.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.1g | |
| Protein 83.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 280.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2332.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories