Ingredients
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2 lb fresh fresh octopus tentacles
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1 cup chopped red onion
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2 cups sliced roasted red peppers
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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ground black pepper, to taste
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5 cups mixed greens
Steps
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Place the octopus in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Place over medium heat and bring to a slow boil and allow to simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to sit in hot water for 10-15 additional minutes or until fork tender. Drain and remove dark skin and larger suckers. Slice into chunks and place in a large bowl.
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Add red onion, roasted red pepper slices and 1/4 cup basil, mixing to combine.
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In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper, stirring well to combine.
4
Pour dressing over cooked octopus and toss to coat. Serve on its own or over mixed greens.
