Description
Tender grilled squid meets crisp greens and a bright lemon dressing in this Mediterranean-inspired salad. It’s light, refreshing, and ideal for warm-weather meals, combining smoky seafood flavors with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 pound cleaned squid
Salad
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing & Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat to ensure a hot cooking surface for perfectly grilled squid.
- Prepare Squid: Toss the cleaned squid with half of the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to season evenly.
- Grill Squid: Grill the squid for 2–3 minutes on each side until just cooked through and tender, ensuring not to overcook.
- Arrange Salad: On a serving platter, arrange the mixed greens, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion to create a fresh bed for the squid.
- Slice & Add Squid: Slice the grilled squid into rings or strips and place over the arranged salad greens and vegetables.
- Dress Salad: Drizzle the remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the salad and squid to add brightness and flavor.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Do not overcook the squid, as it can become tough and chewy.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Add olives for extra Mediterranean flavor and complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
