Calamari Salad with Mint and Dill

15 ingredients
14 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 lb (1kg) small calamari, cleaned
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped mint
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped dill
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 oz (85g) mache or watercress sprigs
  • 12 mint sprigs
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Directions

  1. 1
    To prepare the calamari, cut off the tentacles.
  2. 2
    Cut the body in half lengthwise and score the flesh in diagonal cuts to form a diamond pattern.
  3. 3
    Cut the tentacles into bite-sized pieces.
  4. 4
    Place in a bowl.
  5. 5
    To make the marinade, mix together the parsley, mint, garlic, coriander, cumin, and paprika, adding the oil gradually to make a paste.
  6. 6
    Add the mixture to the calamari and stir to coat evenly.
  7. 7
    Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  8. 8
    Preheat the broiler.
  9. 9
    Line the broiler pan with foil.
  10. 10
    Arrange the calamari on the broiler pan and broil for 4-5 minutes, turning once, until just opaque.
  11. 11
    Season lightly with salt and pepper and sprinkle with 1 tbsp of the lime juice.
  12. 12
    Meanwhile, shake the oil, dill, and remaining 1 tbsp lime juice in a small jar, season with salt and pepper, then shake again.
  13. 13
    Combine the mache, mint, and onion on a platter and toss with the dressing.
  14. 14
    Top with the grilled calamari and serve immediately.

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