Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 1 lb sliced calamari ((squid), thawed if frozen)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning ((or more to taste))
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • ½ red onion (thinly sliced (or use 1-2 chopped scallions))
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • juice of ½ lemon ((about 1 tablespoon))
  • 1 small garlic clove (minced or grated)
  • 1 bell pepper (thinly sliced (red or yellow look the prettiest!))
  • salt & pepper to taste ((about ½ - 1 teaspoon each))
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves (chopped (or try cilantro or basil))

Instruction

  • In a large bowl, toss together the sliced red onion, rice vinegar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Allow the marinate while you prepare the rest of the ingredients. 
  • Use a paper towel to thoroughly pat dry the sliced calamari. Combine the sliced calamari with the lemon pepper seasoning and mix well. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan, and cook the calamari for about 5 minutes or until fully cooked, stirring frequently. It will release liquid, and that's OK. Just cook until the liquid is mostly evaporated, then remove from heat.
  • Add the cooked calamari and the rest of the ingredients (sliced bell pepper, remaining olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley) to the large bowl with the marinated onions. Stir well and allow to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving, stirring every 10 minutes to distribute the zesty lemon dressing.