Teresa's Recipes
Insalata Di Mare
Insalata di Mare is a vibrant and refreshing Italian seafood salad that beautifully captures the essence of coastal dining. Bursting with the freshest catch from the sea, this dish showcases a delightful medley of shrimp, calamari, and mussels, all harmoniously blended with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. Originating from the sun-kissed shores of Italy, this seafood salad is not just a dish, but an experience that evokes the flavors of summer and sea breezes. Perfect as a stunning appetizer or a light main course, Insalata di Mare is a celebration of the Mediterranean's bounty, inviting you to savor each bite with the joy of coastal living.
Ingredients
- 1 pound, cleaned and deveined Mixed seafood (shrimp, calamari, mussels)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lemon juice
- 1/4 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1/2, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1, diced Cucumber
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Appetizer/Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the mixed seafood to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes for shrimp and calamari, and 5-7 minutes for mussels). Drain and let cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled seafood, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a zesty dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the seafood mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve the Insalata di Mare chilled, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Tips
- For added flavor, consider marinating the seafood in the lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Feel free to substitute or add other seafood like scallops or crab, depending on your preference and availability.
- Serve with crusty Italian bread to soak up the delicious dressing!