Squid Salad

Yum Pla Muk is a vibrant and zesty Thai squid salad that beautifully balances spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors. It typically features tender, blanched squid tossed with a dressing of lime juice, fish sauce, chili, and often includes ingredients like onions, celery, tomatoes, and fresh herbs such as cilantro. This refreshing dish is a popular appetizer or light meal found throughout Thailand, especially in coastal regions.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, low-carb option, with the squid providing lean protein and essential minerals like zinc and vitamin B12. A typical serving contains roughly 150-250 calories, with most calories coming from protein and minimal fat, depending on the amount of dressing used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin B12	3.5 mcg
Selenium	45 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Manganese	0.9 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Yum Pla Muk embodies the Thai culinary philosophy of harmonizing contrasting tastes and textures in a single dish. Nutritionally, it's an excellent source of taurine, an amino acid found abundantly in squid that supports heart and muscle health.