Calamari Mango Salad

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh squid (or frozen, thawed and drained)
• 2 ripe mangoes, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• toasted  baguette, slices

Directions

1. 1

   Cut squid tubes into rings.

2. 2

   Blanch in boiling water to cover 30 seconds or until opaque. (Water doesn't have to return to a rolling boil.) Don't overcook or squid will become tough.

3. 3

   Plunge in ice water to chill. Drain.

4. 4

   Combine squid, mangoes, and lime juice in a small bowl.

5. 5

   Whisk together mustard, vinegar, and olive oil. Stir in cilantro and next 3 ingredients. Fold in squid mixture.

6. 6

   Cover and chill until ready to serve. Top baguette slices with salad, using a slotted spoon.