Calamari Salad

🛒 Ingredients

• Calamari (cleaned) 150 g · 129 kcal
• Red Bell Pepper 50 g · 15 kcal
• Red Onion 20 g · 8 kcal
• Celery Stalk 30 g · 4 kcal
• Fresh Parsley 5 g · 2 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 15 g · 133 kcal
• Lemon Juice 15 g · 3 kcal
• Garlic Clove 5 g · 7 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the cleaned calamari rings and tentacles, and cook for exactly 1-2 minutes until opaque and tender.
2. Immediately drain the calamari and plunge it into an ice bath to stop the cooking process; drain again and pat dry. This ensures a tender texture.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked calamari, diced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, diced celery, and chopped fresh parsley.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Pour the dressing over the calamari and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
6. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate the Calamari Salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled.