Summer Squid Salad Recipe

Name: Summer Squid Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh squid, cleaned; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 2 jalapeno peppers, minced; juice of 2 limes; 1 red or orange bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons cilantro, roughly chopped; 2-3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 avocado, cubed; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1
Halve the squid tentacles and cut the tops into 1/2-inch thick rings.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the squid and cook for 60-90 seconds, until opaque.
3
Remove the squid and place in an ice bath to stop the squid from cooking any further.
4
Drain and set aside.
5
Combine shallots, jalapenos, lime juice, bell pepper, cilantro and olive oil and toss.
6
Add in the cooked and chilled squid, avocado, salt and red pepper flakes.
7
Toss and taste, then adjust for seasonings as you see fit.
8
Serve alongside tortilla chips or crusty bread and a chilled glass of Bridlewood Chardonnay and enjoy!

467

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh squid, cleaned, 2 shallots, finely chopped, 2 jalapeno peppers, minced, juice of 2 limes, and more.

Yes, Summer Squid Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Summer Squid Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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