Calamari Salad

Steps

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1. 1
   Gather all ingredients: parsley, red onion, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, celery, and olives. Rinse the frozen calamari briefly—it is already cleaned.
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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add white vinegar and salt, then add the calamari and cook until tender. The calamari will cook quickly.
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   Drain the cooked calamari and rinse with fresh water to cool it down. Drain again and set aside.
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4. 4
   Cut the cooled calamari into rings or bite-sized pieces. Transfer the cut calamari to a large mixing bowl.
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   Add the sliced red onion, garlic, parsley, celery, and olives to the calamari. Cut any oversized olives into smaller pieces if desired.
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   Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Gently toss all ingredients together. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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   Refrigerate the salad for 2–3 hours to allow the flavours to meld and develop. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for those who wish to add them.
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