Warm Calamari Salad

Warm Calamari Salad

I didn’t get the char I wanted on the calamari, but I still enjoyed a flavorful, healthy lunch. The good news, however, was that I ate the leftovers cold, tossed with the same salad ingredients, and it was actually better. So, if you are planning on doing the same recipe as shown, I would suggest serving it chilled instead.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 mins
Total Time:
17 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

Salad Base

  • 4 cups baby arugula, lightly packed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cooked white beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more for drizzling
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound cleaned calamari (tubes and tentacles)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus a pinch for garnish
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar
  • 1 jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

Step 1
Cut calamari tubes into 1/4-inch rings. Cut larger tentacle pieces in half. Place calamari in a bowl. Add oil, red pepper flakes, chipotle powder, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, jalapeno slices, and salt. Mix together thoroughly.

Step 2
Place arugula and beans in separate bowl. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Divide among 4 servings bowls.

Step 3
Heat cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Add calamari to skillet; cook and stir until calamari loses its translucency, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.

Step 4
Spoon calamari over arugula and beans. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with a pinch of pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

480
Calories
29g
Fat
33g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 480
% Daily Value *
Total Fat29g 37%
Saturated Fat5g 24%
Cholesterol230mg 77%
Sodium801mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate33g 12%
Dietary Fiber6g 20%
Total Sugars2g
Protein24g
Vitamin C14mg 69%
Calcium147mg 11%
Iron5mg 25%
Potassium835mg 18%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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