Description
Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with this vibrant Squid, Chickpea, and Chorizo Salad. Bursting with flavor, this dish combines tender squid, earthy chickpeas, and spicy chorizo for an unforgettable culinary experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, it’s not just a meal; it’s a memory waiting to happen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 6 oz Spanish chorizo sausage, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by rinsing chickpeas under cold water and patting them dry.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chorizo until browned and crispy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the cleaned squid rings to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until opaque.
- Stir in red onion and cherry tomatoes; cook until onions are translucent (4-5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine sautéed mixture with chickpeas. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; toss gently.
- Finish by sprinkling chopped parsley over the salad. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg