Asian-Style Seafood Salad

Asian-Style Seafood Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines a variety of cooked seafood like shrimp, squid, and fish with crisp vegetables and herbs, all tossed in a tangy, savory dressing. It is a popular appetizer or light meal found in many coastal Asian cuisines, particularly in Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. The salad is celebrated for its balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is generally high in protein from the seafood and low in carbohydrates, making it a light yet satisfying option. It is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and vitamin B12, with a typical serving containing around 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin B12	8.5 mcg
Selenium	42 mcg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Zinc	2.8 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	0.5 g
Vitamin E	1.8 mg
Iron	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish showcases the Southeast Asian culinary principle of balancing contrasting flavors and textures in a single plate. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of lean protein and micronutrients while being naturally gluten-free if the dressing is made with fish sauce and citrus.