Seafood Salad

This Paleo Chinese Seafood Salad combines fresh seafood with vibrant vegetables and a zesty dressing, creating a refreshing dish that's perfect for a light meal. Packed with flavors and textures, this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Scallops - 150 grams, rinsed and patted dry
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Sesame oil - 15 ml
• Coconut aminos - 15 ml
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot of boiling water, add the shrimp and scallops. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and the scallops are opaque. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, sesame oil, coconut aminos, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooled seafood to the bowl with the vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.
5. Toss gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing coats everything evenly.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 190 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in lean protein from seafood, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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