Best 8 Spicy Squash Salad With Ginger Lime Dressing Recipes

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**Spicy Squash Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Side Dish**

This vibrant and flavorful salad is a perfect way to enjoy the bounty of summer squash. Roasted butternut squash is tossed with crisp cucumber, red onion, and cilantro, then drizzled with a tangy ginger-lime dressing. The result is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side dish for grilled meats or fish.

In addition to the main recipe for Spicy Squash Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing, the article also includes variations for Spicy Zucchini Salad and Spicy Yellow Squash Salad. These variations allow you to customize the salad to your own taste preferences or to use whatever type of summer squash you have on hand.

Whether you make the Spicy Squash Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing as written or try one of the variations, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and refreshing summer salad.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY SQUASH SALAD WITH GINGER-LIME DRESSING



Spicy Squash Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing image

Break out of your green salad rut with this lively number.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 small butternut squash (about 1 pound), peeled, halved, and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 small acorn squash (1 pound), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch wedges
Coarse salt
1/4 cup very thinly sliced shallot
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup safflower oil
1 to 2 red Thai chiles, thinly sliced (2 teaspoons), ribs and seeds removed if less heat is desired
2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger (from a 2-inch piece)
1/3 cup packed thinly sliced fresh basil, plus more for serving
1/4 cup packed thinly sliced fresh mint, plus more for serving
8 cups mixed lettuces, such as Boston, Bibb, and lolla rossa or baby red leaf, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in large pot with a steamer insert or colander. Add squashes and season with salt. Cover and cook until just tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer, in a single layer, to a baking sheet and let cool about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine shallot and lime juice in a small bowl and let stand 10 minutes.
  • Whisk oil, chiles, and ginger into shallot mixture.
  • Toss squash with 1/2 cup dressing and herbs. Season with salt. Toss lettuces with 2 to 3 tablespoons dressing; season with salt. Arrange squashes and lettuces on plates. Serve, topped with more herbs and drizzled with remaining dressing.

SPICY LIME VINAIGRETTE



Spicy Lime Vinaigrette image

Give your marinade or salad a spicy lime kick with this vinaigrette recipe.

Provided by EatAndRun

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup avocado oil
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons minced fresh jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons agave syrup
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place avocado oil, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeno, agave syrup, salt, and pepper into a screw-top jar. Cover and shake well to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 145.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

GRILLED SPICY FILET MIGNON SALAD WITH GINGER-LIME DRESSING



Grilled Spicy Filet Mignon Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chili paste with garlic
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 (12-ounce) filet mignons
Freshly ground pepper
1 head Bibb lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
3 cups mizuna leaves, torn into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup chiffonade Thai basil or regular basil, optional
1/2 English cucumber, halved and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices
2 carrots, julienned
5 radishes, thinly sliced
8 each yellow and red cherry tomatoes, halved
Ginger Lime Dressing, recipe follows
Salt and ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon finely diced shallot
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons peanut oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, lime juice, chile paste, and peanut oil together in a small baking dish. Add the steaks, turn to coat, cover, and let marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before grilling.
  • Heat grill to high. Remove steaks from marinade and pat dry. Season both sides with pepper and grill for 3 minutes per side or until slightly charred and cooked to medium-rare doneness. Remove from the grill, let rest 5 minutes, and slice into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  • While steak is resting, combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with half of the dressing and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a platter, top with the steak, and drizzle the remaining dressing over the top.
  • Whisk ingredients together in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Let sit 10 minutes before using.

QUINOA SALAD WITH LIME GINGER DRESSING AND SHRIMP



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This salad, with its gingery lime dressing, scallions and cilantro and a little bit of heat, has Asian overtones. Serve it as a side dish or a light lunch or supper. Vegetarians will enjoy this without the shrimp, which garnish the top of the salad.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 10m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon seasoned rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger (more to taste)
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
Pinch of cayenne
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil or walnut oil
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons buttermilk
3 cups cooked quinoa (3/4 cup uncooked)
4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced thin
1 small cucumber, halved, seeded and thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
12 to 16 cooked medium shrimp, peeled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lime juice, rice wine vinegar, ginger, garlic, salt, cayenne, sesame oil, canola oil, and buttermilk.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the quinoa, scallions, cucumber, and cilantro. Toss with the dressing and divide among salad plates. Top each portion with 3 or 4 shrimp, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 341, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 596 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LIME AND GINGER DRESSING



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Ginger     No-Cook     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Lime     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeño chili
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, pressed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil

Steps:

  • Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in vegetable oil and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)

GINGER LIME SALAD DRESSING



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From Crazy Sista Cookbook by Lulu Buffet. This is a great dressing, it keeps well, and is also yummy over blackened grouper or on a grilled shrimp salad. Can also be used as a great marinade for grilling chicken or fish. Cook time is chill time.

Provided by cajunhippiegirl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h5m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons fresh gingerroot, finlely minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sugar
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a glass jar or plastic container.
  • Shake well until dressing is combined.
  • Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Shake well before serving.
  • Keeps well in refrigerator.

REFRESHING SUMMER SQUASH SALAD



Refreshing Summer Squash Salad image

Great dinner for the summer.

Provided by TJ Lombard

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 yellow squash, shaved into thin strips
1 zucchini, shaved into thin strips
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 slices prosciutto, chopped
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Toss yellow squash and zucchini with salt in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mint, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper in a small bowl; pour over squash mixture. Toss to coat.
  • Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook and stir prosciutto in the hot skillet until crisp, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide squash salad over 4 plates. Evenly sprinkle prosciutto and feta cheese over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 901.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SUMMER SQUASH SALAD



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This is a colorful and tasty alternative to coleslaw. Like most gardeners, we usually have an abundance of squash and zucchini in summer, so this dish is inexpensive to prepare and a great way to put this fresh produce to use. -Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups julienned zucchini
4 cups julienned yellow squash
2 cups sliced radishes
1 cup canola oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and radishes. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If desired, top with additional snipped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 19g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a variety of winter squashes, such as butternut, kabocha, and acorn squash.
  • Roasting the squash before adding it to the salad intensifies its flavor and makes it slightly caramelized.
  • Be sure to let the roasted squash cool completely before adding it to the salad, otherwise it will wilt the greens.
  • The ginger-lime dressing is a great way to add a bright, tangy flavor to the salad.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as shredded carrots, bell peppers, or cucumbers.
  • This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This spicy squash salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy winter squash. The roasted squash is tender and slightly caramelized, and the ginger-lime dressing adds a bright, tangy flavor. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover roasted squash.

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