Calamari, Tomato and Caper Salad Recipe

Name: Calamari, Tomato and Caper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 5 Roma tomatoes, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound calamari, cleaned, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch slices; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained; 1 lemon, zested; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
5 Roma tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound calamari, cleaned, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch slices
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
1 lemon, zested
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1
For the salad: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3
Add the tomatoes and red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Season the calamari with salt and pepper and add to the skillet.
5
Saute, stirring frequently, until cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
6
Drain the mixture in a colander.
7
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, capers, and lemon zest until smooth.
8
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
9
Transfer the calamari mixture to a serving bowl.
10
Pour in the dressing and gently toss until all the ingredients are coated.
11
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 5 Roma tomatoes, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Calamari, Tomato and Caper Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Calamari, Tomato and Caper Salad

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