This fresh and colorful calamari salad pairs tender squid with a mixture of fresh herbs to brighten the flavor.

Lemon juice adds acidity, while olives add a briny note.

Set a large bowl of ice water next to the stove.

A white bowl with the calamari salad recipe, and a small bowl with lemon wedges in the left upper corner

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Cut squid tubes into 1/4-inch-thick slices and leave tentacles whole.

Using a large slotted spoon, transfer to the ice bath.

Let cool until opaque, about 5 minutes; drain well.

Ingredients for the calamari salad recipe

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Add the cooled calamari, onion, roasted red peppers, tomatoes and celery; toss well to combine.

To make ahead

Cover and refrigerate salad for up to 2 days.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

Squid tube rings and tentacles boiling in a white skillet

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Olive oil and chopped fresh herbs for the calamari salad recipe salad dressing, getting whisked together with a small hand whisk in a clear bowl

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