Dairy-Free Refreshing Squid Salad
Elevate your summer meals with this Dairy-Free Refreshing Squid Salad, a light and vibrant dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. This recipe features tender, perfectly cooked squid rings tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a zesty citrus dressing made from fresh lemon and lime juices, olive oil, and a hint of garlic. A sprinkle of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while fresh chopped cilantro enhances the dish with its bright, herbaceous notes. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this salad is not only dairy-free but also a healthy, protein-packed option that can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or a refreshing side. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a delightful way to beat the heat and impress your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
- 1 whole Lemon, juiced
- 1 whole Lime, juiced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
Instructions
Begin by preparing the squid. After cleaning, slice the squid into rings about half an inch wide.
In a medium-sized pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and then the squid rings. Cook for 1-2 minutes until opaque and tender. Avoid overcooking to prevent the squid from becoming rubbery. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lime juice, and olive oil.
Add the minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and whisk together to create the dressing.
Add the cooked squid, chopped cilantro, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the dressing. Toss everything together until all ingredients are well coated in the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preference.
Let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy the salad on its own or as a vibrant side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1075 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.7 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1165 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 4207 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.6 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2832 mg | 60% | |
*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.
