Instructions:

Squid Salad

Source: Squid, the Versatile Shellfish

2 pounds whole squid
2 cups boiling water
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Clean squid. Cut mantle and tentacles into 1 inch pieces.

Place squid in boiling salted water. Cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse in cold water. Drain.

Combine oil, lemon juice, onion, garlic, parsley, salt and squid. Cover and let stand for several hours in the refrigerator.

Makes approximately 2 cups salad. Serve as appetizer.