Squid salad with ham and mushrooms

4 servings

20 minutes

Squid salad with ham and mushrooms is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood, the spiciness of ham, and the rich flavor of pickled champignons. The history of this salad goes back to Mediterranean gastronomy traditions where squid is valued for its delicate texture. Carrots and fried onions add a light sweetness and depth of flavor to the salad, while canned beans make it more filling. Dressed with mayonnaise, this salad turns out harmonious and soft, perfectly suited for festive gatherings as well as everyday dinners. It can be served as a standalone dish or as an appetizer. The ease of preparation and unusual combination of ingredients make this salad an excellent choice for gourmets.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 507.3
• Proteins: 67.8g
• Fats: 15.2g
• Carbohydrates: 26.2g

Ingredients

• Squid: 2 pc
• Onion: 1 head
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Canned beans: 1 jar
• Ham: 200 g
• Champignons: 1 jar
• Mayonnaise: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Thoroughly rinse the squid bodies, boil them, let them cool, and cut into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Squid: 2 pieces

2. Grate the carrot on a coarse grater. Finely chop the onion and sauté it in olive oil with the carrot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Onion: 1 head

3. Cut the ham and pickled mushrooms into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ham: 200 g
   • Champignons: 1 jar

4. Mix all the ingredients, add canned beans, and dress the salad with mayonnaise.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned beans: 1 jar
   • Mayonnaise:  to taste