This delicious Insalata di Polpo recipe is perfect for toddlers in Australia! This classic Italian dish is cooked with baby octopus, potatoes, celery, mayonnaise and a hint of lemon zest, giving it a unique twist. It’s a great way to introduce your little ones to the flavours of Italy, shaping their palates and encouraging them to try new dishes. With light yet delicious flavours, this Insalata di Polpo is sure to be a hit with toddlers in Australia!

General Information

• Servings: 2
• Keywords: Octopus, Salad, Italian, Kid-friendly
• Calories: 210
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fats: 14 g
• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 170 grams cooked octopus
• 1 small green pepper
• 2 small tomatoes
• 2 handfuls of mesclun greens
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 medium shallot
• 1 teaspoon of freshly chopped parsley
• 1 pinch of salt

Directions

1. Start by preparing all the vegetables. Dice the green pepper and tomatoes into small pieces (not too small that would be a choking risk for young kids). Peel and finely chop the shallot.

2. Mix the diced vegetables, shallot, and the cooked octopus in a bowl with the mesclun greens.

3. In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

4. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix everything together until all the ingredients are coated.

5. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad and mix it in.

6. Refrigerate for 5-10 minutes before serving to your family.

7. Enjoy! 🍴 (Let’s get cooking! 🔥)

Recommended Sides

This salad is perfect to enjoy as is but it also pairs nicely with crusty Italian bread, couscous or quinoa. For added protein, serve with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve this dish with one of your favourite Italian wines for a classic Italian meal! 🍷