Description
Italian Seafood Salad (Frutti di Mare Style) is a refreshing and elegant cold dish made with shrimp, calamari, scallops, mussels, and clams, all tossed in a lemony garlic vinaigrette. Perfect for holidays, summer parties, or seafood lovers, this Mediterranean salad bursts with coastal flavor and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Seafood & Salad Mix:
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1/2 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1/2 lb cooked calamari rings
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1/2 lb scallops, lightly poached
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1/2 lb mussels or clams, steamed and shelled
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1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
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1/4 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
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2 tbsp capers
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3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Lemon wedges, for serving
For the Dressing:
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1/3 cup olive oil
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3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 tbsp white wine vinegar
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, calamari, scallops, mussels/clams, red onion, celery, roasted peppers, capers, and parsley.
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Pour the dressing over the seafood mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
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Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
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Seafood can be cooked and chilled ahead of time for quicker prep.
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This salad gets better as it marinates—perfect for make-ahead meals.
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Serve as an appetizer, light entrée, or part of an Italian-style feast.
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Pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or over a bed of arugula.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- chill time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer / Salad
- Method: No-Cook (after seafood is prepared)
- Cuisine: Italian / Mediterranean
