Tako no Salad

Tako no Salad is a refreshing Japanese seafood dish featuring tender octopus paired with crisp vegetables and a tangy dressing. This light yet flavorful salad is perfect for a healthy appetizer or a light meal.

Ingredients

• Cooked octopus - 200 grams, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, toasted

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced octopus, julienned cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and sliced red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
4. Add the chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds, then toss lightly again.
5. Serve immediately on chilled plates or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for a cooler dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are beneficial for heart health.
• High in protein and low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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