Salada de Polvo com Coentros - Portuguese Octopus Salad

octopus

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still offers a seafood option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil provides a budget-friendly alternative.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs are often less expensive and can be used in place of fresh.

Boil the frozen octopus in salted water until tender, about 45 minutes.

Drain and cool the octopus under cold water.

Chop the octopus into bite-sized pieces.

Finely chop the onion.

Mince the garlic and add it to the chopped onion.

Combine octopus, onion, and garlic in a bowl.

Add olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper to the bowl.

Chop fresh coriander and mix it in with the salad.

Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

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