This make ahead dish is sure to be a staple in your picnic basket recipes. Recipe courtesy Cafe Fina & Food Network, makes 6-8 servings.
Ingredients
5 Lbs calamari tubes and tentacles, cleaned
3 Large garlic cloves
4 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 Cup lemon juice
1/2 Cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tablespoon capers
a bit of salt
Directions
Cut tubes of calamari into 1-inch rings and cut the tentacles in half. In a large pot bring water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil. Carefully place the calamari in the pot. Cook the calamari until tender, about 2 minutes. Be sure not to overcook.
Strain the calamari and place in a mixing bowl. Add all of the ingredients and mix well. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Serve the calamari cold.
For transport to the picnic, transfer salad into a container with an airtight lid. Keep chilled until ready to serve.