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Italian Seafood Salad Recipe

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This classic Italian Seafood Salad recipe is a refreshing mix of tender shrimp, calamari, and other seafood, marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. A perfect holiday appetizer or summer dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

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

  • 1/2 lb bay scallops

  • 1/2 lb mussels or clams, cleaned

  • 1/4 cup chopped celery

  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  • Boil shrimp until pink (2–3 minutes), remove and set aside.

  • Boil calamari for 1–2 minutes until tender, remove and set aside.

  • Boil scallops for 1–2 minutes, then steam mussels/clams until they open. Discard any unopened.

  • Let all seafood cool, then combine in a large bowl.

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

  • Pour dressing over seafood, add celery and parsley, and mix gently.

 

  • Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • This salad tastes best after marinating for several hours.

  • Use the freshest seafood available for the best flavor.

 

  • Add octopus or lobster for a more luxurious version.

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