Como fazer Salada de Polvo

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Salada de Polvo is cooked the way the Algarve and Setúbal cooks it — good olive oil used without counting, salt judged by hand, and no fuss about the plate. This is the home version, written down the way a Portuguese family cook actually puts it on the table.

Salada de Polvo is a cherished staple along the coastlines of the Algarve and Setúbal, where the Atlantic's bounty meets the rustic simplicity of Portuguese cooking. Here, it is not uncommon to find families enjoying this dish as a refreshing starter or a light meal, especially during the warmer months. The octopus is cooked tender and sliced into bite-sized pieces, tossed with vibrant ingredients that reflect the region's love for fresh, uncomplicated flavors. Tender octopus combines with crunchy sweet onion and green pepper, enhanced by flat-leaf parsley, coriander, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic, creating a vibrant dish that celebrates the sea and sun-kissed landscapes.