Active Time

　　10 min

　　Total Time

　　20 min

　　This fresh-tasting Cuban dish attests to the terrific quality of canned octopus that is now widely available. However, if you can't find octopus, feel free to substitute two cans of tuna packed in olive oil.

Ingredients

　　1 (14- to 15-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained

　　3 (4-ounce) cans octopus in oil, drained and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

　　1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion

　　1/2 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips

　　1 chayote (mirliton), peeled, seeded, and cubed (1/2 inch)

　　2 1/2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar

　　1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

　　Toss together all ingredients with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl and let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to develop.