Kalamari Salad

Submitted by evelynathens

"A refreshing salad using squid. Try it...there's more than one way to eat your calamari. This has 3 hours chilling time."

 

• Ready In: 11mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2⁄3 cup balsamic vinegar, to taste
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano
• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3⁄4 cup olive oil
• 2 lbs squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2 inch rings and pieces
• 1 large carrot, cut into julienne strips
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch dice
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch dice
• 1 small red onion, cut into thin rings, separated, and kept in ice water
• 1⁄2 cup pitted kalamata olive, halved

directions

1. Whisk together vinegar, basil, oregano, parsley, garlic, sugar and salt and pepper to taste; add oil in a thin stream, whisking until the dressing becomes emulsified.
2. In a saucepan of boiling salted water, cook squid for exactly 45 seconds (water probably won’t return to a boil in that time).
3. Drain and refresh under cold water.
4. Place the squid in a bowl along with the vegetables and olives and pour dressing over.
5. Toss to coat.
6. Let the salad marinate, covered and chilled, for at least 3 hours and up to 24 before serving.

Reviews

[*Parsley*]

I love calamari and I was happy to find this great new way to eat it. I made this just as written and wouldn't change a thing. A nice sprinkle of feta could be a great garnish for this salad. Thanx for sharing this great calamari recipe!

 

[katia]

A veru tasty and unique fish salad. I had a very fresh kalamari and followed the directions exactly. Super easy to make and tasty. We enjoyed with an ouzo and a greek salad! Perfect! Thanks Ev!