Calamari Salad

Ingredients

• 500 g squid rings (raw)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 1 tablespoon basil (finely chopped)
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper (freshly ground or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (sea freshly ground or to taste)
• 1 lettuce (mignonette shredded)
• 2 spring onions (sliced)
• 250 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 small zucchini (baby, recommended sliced)
• 1/4 cup pitted black olives (sliced)

Directions

1. 1

   Place calamari rings and water in a saucepan put lid on and bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until calamari goes from translucent to opaque.

2. 2

   Drain and refresh under cold water and then drain again.

3. 3

   Combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, basil and seasonings in a bowl.

4. 4

   Add the calamari to the bowl and refrigerate for 1 -2 hours.

5. 5

   Combine the remaining ingredients, add the calamari and toss lightly and serve immediately.