CLASSIC GREEK SALAD TOPPED WITH GRILLED CALAMARI SKEWERS

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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

20 wooden skewers
10 small whole calamari, cleaned, tentacles removed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grilling
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tomatoes, seeded and cut into chunks
1 medium red onion, sliced thin
1 medium cucumber, sliced thin
1/2 pound feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite size pieces
Lemon wedges, for garnish
Fresh oregano leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Soak 20 wooden skewers in water for about 20 minutes. Rinse the calamari tubes and pat dry. Split the bodies from top to bottom so you have 2 triangular pieces. Thread a soaked skewer through the length of each piece. Put the skewers on a platter and set aside. To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the oil, vinegar, garlic, dried and fresh oregano, thyme and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Pour 1/2 of the vinaigrette over the calamari; set the other 1/2 aside while you make the salad.
  • In a large bowl, add the tomatoes, onion, cucumber, cheese, olives, and romaine. Pour the remaining vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine. Let marinate while you grill the calamari.
  • Heat the grill or a grill pan and oil it lightly. Grill the calamari for 2 minutes on each side, no longer or they will be tough. To serve, put the salad onto a large platter and top it with the calamari skewers. Garnish with fresh oregano leaves and lemon wedges.

Nkunde Estel
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily customize it to your own liking. For example, you could add different vegetables to the salad, or you could use a different type of cheese.


Charlene willie
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This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a conversation starter. I've made it for several dinner parties, and it's always been a hit.


Atta Hussain
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. The calamari skewers are always perfectly cooked, and the salad is always fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of the calamari, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.


pintobean
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The calamari skewers are a good source of protein, and the salad is packed with vitamins and minerals. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively quick and easy to make.


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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this salad. The calamari was cooked perfectly, and the salad was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Simphiwe Moloi
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively inexpensive to make.


Darley Ducas
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily customize it to your own liking. For example, you could add different vegetables to the salad, or you could use a different type of cheese.


Ninsiima Grace
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This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a conversation starter. I've made it for several dinner parties, and it's always been a hit.


Pamilerinayo Mary
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. The calamari skewers are always perfectly cooked, and the salad is always fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of the calamari, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.


Sandy Ruiz
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy meal. The calamari skewers are a good source of protein, and the salad is packed with vitamins and minerals. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively quick and easy to make.


Zupash Shafiq
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. The few ingredients are all fresh and flavorful, and the dressing is light and tangy. This salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of Greece.


Ekegbo Chidimma
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover calamari. I usually make a big batch of calamari on the weekend, and then use the leftovers to make this salad during the week. It's a quick and easy meal that's always delicious.


Josh Strayer
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of calamari. But I'm so glad I did! The calamari was cooked perfectly and was very tender. The salad was also very refreshing and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


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I'm a big fan of Greek food, and this salad is one of my favorites. The calamari skewers are a nice touch, and the dressing is always perfect. I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit.


mahdi Moradi
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I love this recipe! The calamari skewers are so easy to make, and the salad is always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just a weeknight dinner.


nolyn Mclane
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This is the best Greek salad I've ever had. The calamari skewers were a great addition, and the dressing was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


cassidy Dunn
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I'm not usually a big fan of calamari, but this recipe changed my mind. The calamari was cooked perfectly and was very tender. The salad was also very refreshing and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jamie Uden xx
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. The calamari skewers were especially popular, and everyone raved about the dressing. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD RIFAT HOWLADER
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I've been looking for a new Greek salad recipe, and this one definitely fits the bill. The dressing is light and lemony, and the calamari skewers add a nice touch of protein. I'll be making this again for my next party.


Abubeker Muhamed
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This Greek salad with grilled calamari skewers was an absolute delight! The calamari was tender and flavorful, and the salad was refreshing and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.


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