Low Carb Refreshing Squid Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Low Carb Refreshing Squid Salad, a vibrant dish that’s both light and satisfying. Tender squid rings are delicately cooked and paired with crisp cucumber, peppery radishes, and zesty red onion, all tossed in a tangy garlic-lemon dressing infused with a hint of spice from red chili flakes. Fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds add an extra dimension of flavor and texture, making this salad truly irresistible. Perfect for a quick weekday meal or an impressive appetizer, this low-carb recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and is served chilled for a refreshing bite. With its clean protein and nutrient-rich vegetables, this salad is a flavorful way to stay healthy without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
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.
Immediately drain the squid and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled squid, julienned cucumber, sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, and sliced red onion.
Pour the dressing over the squid salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, sprinkle the salad with toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and a nutty flavor.
Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing low-carb squid salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.4 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1165 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 1516 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 99.2 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2403 mg | 51% | |
*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.
