Italian salad with seafood and rice noodles
6 servings
30 minutes
Italian seafood salad with rice noodles is a light and exquisite dish reflecting Mediterranean traditions. Its roots trace back to the coastal regions of Italy, where fresh seafood harmonizes with olive oil and herbs. The salad impresses with its rich flavors: tender shrimp, squid, and crab meat provide a sweet sea note complemented by the spiciness of lemon juice, chili pepper, and garlic. Olive oil adds smoothness while fresh herbs refresh the composition. Rice noodles make the dish hearty yet airy. It is perfect for summer evenings, light dinners, or festive gatherings. Serve it chilled or at room temperature – and enjoy vibrant Italian flavors!
1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions; drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside for a while.
- Rice noodles: 450 g
2
In a medium-sized pot, boil shrimp in salted water for 2 minutes until they turn pink. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to an ice bath. Also, boil squid rings and place them on ice.
- Peeled shrimp: 450 g
- Baby squid rings: 450 g
3
In a large bowl, mix shrimp, squid, and crab meat with olive oil, lemon juice, zest, pepper, and garlic. Add herbs and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Add noodles and mix well again. Sprinkle with salt and pepper once more and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Peeled shrimp: 450 g
- Baby squid rings: 450 g
- Crab meat: 220 g
- Extra virgin olive oil: 200 ml
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: 6 tablespoons
- Lemon zest: 1.5 tablespoon
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Chopped parsley: 20 g
- Fresh mint: 10 bunchs
- Spring onion: 2 bunchs
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil: 200 ml
4
Serve chilled or at room temperature.