Calamari Salad

Name: Calamari Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb squid tubes and tentacles, sliced; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 0.25 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved; 0.25 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 0.5 tsp dried oregano; 0.5 tsp salt

Tender poached calamari tossed with sweet tomatoes, red onion, and olives in a vibrant lemon oregano dressing. This refreshing salad serves as a bright appetizer or light meal.

20 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

GreekSaladStovetopPescatarianMediterraneanLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SugarCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb squid tubes and tentacles, sliced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
0.25 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
0.25 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
0.5 tsp dried oregano
0.5 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2

Poach 1 lb sliced squid tubes and tentacles for 1 minute until opaque and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
3

Drain squid tubes and tentacles immediately and plunge into an ice bath to stop cooking, then pat dry.
4

In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 0.5 tsp dried oregano, and 0.5 tsp salt.
5

Add squid tubes and tentacles, 0.5 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 0.25 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives, and 0.25 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley to the bowl.
6

Toss well to coat all ingredients and serve chilled.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Calamari Salad reach?

For Calamari Salad, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why pat it dry first in Calamari Salad?

Step 3 reads: "Drain squid tubes and tentacles immediately and plunge into an ice bath to stop cooking, then pat dry." Surface water has to boil off before anything can brown. Drying at step 3 means the food sears in the first minute instead of steaming.

Is Calamari Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Calamari Salad carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

Does Calamari Salad contain shellfish?

Yes: 1 lb squid tubes and tentacles, sliced. The full allergen list for this entry is shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Calamari Salad?

Water seeps out of the tomatoes as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Calamari Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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