Best 4 Baccala Salad Recipes

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Baccalà salad is a traditional Italian dish, usually served as an appetizer or a light lunch. The main ingredient is baccalà, a type of salted codfish that has been soaked in water for several days to remove the excess salt. Baccalà salad is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as potatoes, celery, olives, capers, and red onion. It is typically dressed with a vinaigrette or a mayonnaise-based sauce. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes for baccalà salad, so you can enjoy this delicious and healthy dish at home.

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BACCALA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time P3DT1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds salt cod cut in 3-inch pieces
1 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 cups hot and sweet vinegar peppers
1 cup Gaeta olives
1/4 cup capers
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Soak cod for 2 to 3 days, refrigerated, changing water regularly. In large pot, bring 6 quarts of water to a boil, add cod and cook until fish breaks off easily. Strain and cool. After it cools, remove skin and bones, if there are any, and break into bite size pieces. In medium saute pan heat oil and saute garlic for 2 to 3 minutes. Cool.
  • In a bowl, add cod, pour oil and garlic over, add lemon juice, peppers, olives, capers, parsley and salt and pepper, to taste. Place in serving platter and serve at room temperature.

INSALATA DI BACCALA: COD SALAD



Insalata di Baccala: Cod Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds/907 g, hydrated cod, de-boned* (See Cook's Note)
1 carrot, halved
1 celery, halved
1 onion, quartered
1 1/4 cups/300 ml extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup kalamata olives
Small bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves picked and finely chopped
Salt

Steps:

  • Cut the hydrated cod into 2-inch by 2-inch pieces. In a large pot of cold water, add the carrot, celery, and onion. When the water begins to simmer, add the cod pieces and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the cod begins to flake. Once cooked, remove the skin and any odd bone you may find. Break up the cod and place in a salad bowl with the olives, parsley, olive oil, and salt, to taste. Mix well. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator or serve immediately.

MOMS - BACCALA SALAD (INSALATA DI BACCALA)



Moms - Baccala Salad (Insalata Di Baccala) image

My mom makes this at Christmas time. I'm not a big fan of it but everyone else in the family loves it. It's a simple dish. *BUY the dried salted cod at least 24 hours before needed, you would need to rinse it many times, place in bowl cover with cold water and keep changing the water every 6 hours.

Provided by plove53

Categories     European

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 lbs salted cod (dried)
3 cups chopped fresh parsley (Bunch of Parsley)
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 lemons (just the juice is needed)
10 ounces black olives, cut olives in half
4 ounces Spanish olives, cut olives in half (with pimento)
2 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes
salt, if needed

Steps:

  • Boil the *rinsed cod for around 15 minutes.
  • Let the cod cool.
  • In a large bowl flake the cod.
  • Mix in the chopped Parsley.
  • Add the extra Virgin Olive Oil and Lemon Juice - mix.
  • Add the Black Olives, Spanish Olives, and pepper flakes - mix.
  • Add salt if needed and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.8, Fat 34.7, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 97.5, Sodium 617.1, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 41.7

ROSé'S BACCALà SALAD



Rosé's Baccalà Salad image

Provided by Rose Pascale

Categories     Salad     Fish     Olive     Christmas     Lemon     Basil     Seafood     Cod     Winter     Christmas Eve     Parsley     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6 (main course)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pound choice-grade skinless boneless salt cod, rinsed well
1 1/2 quart water
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced crosswise
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 cup small pimiento-stuffed green olives, chopped
1/4 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and chopped
1/3 cup chopped drained bottled roasted red peppers
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 cup small fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Put cod in a large bowl and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Soak cod, chilled, changing water 3 times a day, up to 3 days (see cooks' note, below). Drain and chill until ready to use.
  • Drain cod and transfer to a 5- to 6-quart pot with 1 1/2 quarts water. Bring just to a simmer and remove from heat. (Cod will just flake; do not boil or it will become tough.) Gently transfer cod with a slotted spoon to a platter to cool slightly.
  • Shred cod and stir together with celery, garlic, olives, roasted peppers, parsley, and basil.
  • Stir together lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, and oil, then pour over salad, tossing to coat well. Season with pepper and chill, covered, at least 1 1/2 hours for flavors to develop.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use the freshest fish, vegetables, and herbs you can find. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the fish: Baccalà is a delicate fish, so it's important not to overcook it. Flake it gently with a fork, and remove it from the heat as soon as it's cooked through.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The best baccalà salads include a variety of vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and celery. This adds color, texture, and flavor to the salad.
  • Dress the salad lightly: A light dressing is best for baccalà salad. Use a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Baccalà salad is best served immediately after it's made. The fish will start to toughen up if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Baccalà salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a summer meal. With its light and refreshing flavor, it's a great way to enjoy the bounty of the season. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give baccalà salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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