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Garden Salad with Calamari – Fresh and Easy Recipe

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Garden Salad with Calamari is a fresh and light seafood dish made with crisp vegetables, tender calamari, and a zesty lemon dressing for a healthy and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb calamari, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 4 cups mixed lettuce or greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup diced cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup olives (optional)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Clean and slice calamari into rings if not pre-prepared.
  2. Pat calamari dry with paper towels.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook calamari for 1–2 minutes until opaque, then remove from heat.
  5. Wash and chop lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onion.
  6. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  7. In a large bowl, combine vegetables and cooked calamari.
  8. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  9. Let sit for a few minutes, then serve fresh.

Notes

  • Do not overcook calamari to avoid a rubbery texture.
  • Use fresh vegetables for best flavor and crunch.
  • Store dressing separately if preparing ahead.
  • Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
  • Optional olives add extra flavor depth.

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