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Italian Seafood Salad Recipe

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This classic Italian Seafood Salad is a refreshing and elegant dish, packed with a medley of tender shrimp, squid, scallops, and mussels, tossed in a light lemon-garlic dressing. It's the perfect appetizer or light main course for summer gatherings, holidays, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1/2 lb squid, cleaned and sliced into rings

  • 1/2 lb scallops

  • 1/2 lb mussels, cleaned

  • 1/2 lb cooked octopus, chopped

  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp capers

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook shrimp, squid, scallops, and mussels separately until just done, then cool in ice water.

  • Remove mussels from shells; discard shells.

  • In a large bowl, combine all cooked seafood with octopus.

  • Add celery, red onion, capers, and parsley.

  • In a separate bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

  • Pour dressing over seafood mixture and toss gently.

 

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Best served chilled.

  • Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.

 

  • Customize with your favorite seafood.

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