The Best Calamari Salad Recipe

Name: The Best Calamari Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs calamari, cleaned and skinned; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 2 fresh jalapenos, minced seeds and veins removed; 1 cup red bell pepper, diced seeds and veins removed; 1 cucumber, peeled seeds removed diced; 1/2 cup celery, diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, diced; salt and pepper; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 pressed garlic cloves

Servings: persons

4 lbs calamari, cleaned and skinned
1/2 cup diced red onion
2 fresh jalapenos, minced seeds and veins removed
1 cup red bell pepper, diced seeds and veins removed
1 cucumber, peeled seeds removed diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, diced
salt and pepper
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 pressed garlic cloves

1
Clean calamari remove the fins and skin.
2
If you wish to use the tenacles cut them off above the eyes remove the hard center.
3
Cut the calamari into small rings.
4
Cook the calamari in boiling salted water for approx 1 minute drain and rinse under cold water.
5
Put into serving bowl add all the chopped ingredients stir to combine.
6
In a small bowl add vinegar and lemon juice wish in olive oil to make an emulsion
7
add to salad and stir to combine.
8
Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

389

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 4 lbs calamari, cleaned and skinned, 1/2 cup diced red onion, 2 fresh jalapenos, minced seeds and veins removed, 1 cup red bell pepper, diced seeds and veins removed, and more.

Yes, The Best Calamari 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Best Calamari Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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