October 8, 2020
Mediterranean Octopus Salad With Grilled Tomatoes
Mediterranean octopus salad with grilled tomatoes
An octopus salad is a flavorful option for the hottest days.
Bon Appetit!
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 large egg tomatoes (360g), halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 kilogram cleaned baby octopus
- 270 gram jar char-grilled red capsicum, drained, sliced thinly
- 1 medium oak leaf lettuce, torn
- 2 tablespoon drained capers, rinsed, chopped coarsely
- 2 Lebanese cucumbers (260g), chopped coarsely
- 1/2 cup (75g) seeded kalamata olives, chopped coarsely
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
METHOD
Step 1
Place tomato, thyme, and half of the oil in a medium bowl, toss gently to combine. Cook on a heated oiled flat plate, uncovered until just softened and browned lightly.
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook octopus, on a heated oiled grill plate (or grill or barbecue) brushing with remaining oil, until just cooked through.
Step 3
Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl with octopus, toss gently to combine. Serve salad with grilled tomato.
Ingredients 400g organic free-range chicken thigh fillets, chopped into large pieces 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional) 1 cup green beans, trimmed 1 cup broccolini, chopped 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup snap peas ½ cup shelled edamame beans (fresh or frozen) 1–2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce Cracked black pepper, to taste Optional: squeeze of lemon or lime juice Wild Rice & Quinoa Base ½ cup wild rice½ cup quinoaWater as per packet instructions Pinch of salt2 tbsp hemp seeds (to finish) To Serve (optional) Sliced spring onion Sesame seedsExtra cracked pepper Instructions Step 1 - Cook the wild rice & quinoa Rinse both grains well. Cook separately or together according to packet instructions (wild rice takes longer). Once cooked, fluff and combine. Season lightly with salt and set aside. Step 2 - Cook the chicken Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes, turning until lightly golden and mostly cooked through. Step 3 - Add aromatics Add garlic and ginger. Stir for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Step 4 - Add the greens Add green beans, broccolini, broccoli, snap peas and edamame. Stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and bright green. Step 5 - Season Add tamari or soy sauce and cracked black pepper. Toss well to coat. Finish with a squeeze of lemon or lime if desired. Step 6 - Assemb le the bowls Spoon wild rice & quinoa into bowls. Top with chicken and greens. Sprinkle with hemp seeds, spring onion and sesame seeds if using. Nutrition and Cooking Times Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 25 - 30 minutes Serves: 2 adult servings Nutrient Value: Calories: 680cal | Protein: 43g | Fat: 24g | Carbohydrates: 48g
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