When it comes to quick and easy grilling, squid is an option that isn’t often thought of, but creates wonderful dishes such as this Grilled Squid Salad.
1/4cupfresh cilantro(coriander), chopped plus additional for garnish
1/2cuplime dressing
1chilisliced, for garnish
Equipment
grill
Directions
Prepare the squid: clean, remove any cartilage, and break it down into your preferred serving size. Place the squid in a plastic bag.
Marinade
Combine the white wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil by lightly whisking. Add the garlic, red chilies, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Pour 2/3 of the marinade over the squid in the plastic bag, keeping 1/3 of it aside for later. Chill the squid for two hours. Tip: Don’t leave the squid in the marinade for more than 4 hours. The combination of lime and vinegar can result in denaturing the squid, partially cooking it.
Salad
Combine the salad mix, red onions, and cilantro leaves. Dress the salad just before serving so it doesn’t get soggy.
To Cook
Preheat the grill so it is at a hot temperature at the end of the 2 hours of marinating.
Put the squid pieces directly over the coals, making sure that they run across the grill, not with it, to ensure they don’t fall through. Use the reserved marinade to baste the squid as they start to char. Turn frequently. The squid is cooked when opaque all the way through. Depending on the heat of the grill and the size of the squid this normally only takes 5 to 8 minutes.
To Serve
Toss the salad in the dressing and place it on the serving plate. Top with the squid, then garnish with the sliced chili and cilantro. Serve immediately.