Octopus Salad Recipe

Prepare the Octopus

Clean the octopus thoroughly under cold running water. Remove the beak and internal organs if not already done. Cut the octopus into bite-sized pieces.

Cook the Octopus

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the octopus pieces and cook for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Drain and let cool.

Prepare the Vegetables

Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and bell peppers into small pieces. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Assemble the Salad

Add the cooked octopus pieces to the salad bowl with the chopped vegetables. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Serve

Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro and serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.