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Garden Salad with Calamari: Fresh, Light, and Flavorful Seafood Salad

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Garden Salad with Calamari is a light and refreshing seafood dish combining tender calamari with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a healthy meal.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed greens or romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 lb calamari, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Clean and rinse the calamari, then slice into rings if needed.
  2. Boil lightly salted water and cook calamari for 1–2 minutes.
  3. Transfer calamari to ice water, then drain and set aside.
  4. Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
  5. Chop lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell peppers evenly.
  6. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  7. Combine vegetables and calamari in a large bowl.
  8. Pour dressing over the salad gradually.
  9. Toss gently until evenly coated.
  10. Serve immediately or slightly chilled.

Notes

  • Do not overcook calamari to avoid a rubbery texture.
  • Use fresh, crisp vegetables for best results.
  • Dry greens well before mixing.
  • Add dressing just before serving for freshness.
  • Frozen calamari can be used if properly thawed and dried.

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