Grilled Octopus

This Grilled Octopus dish features tender, smoky octopus marinated in a garlic and lemon dressing, bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. Perfectly charred and served with a refreshing herb salad, it’s a low-carb delight.

Ingredients

• Octopus - 500 grams
• Olive oil - 60 ml
• Lemon juice - 30 ml
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh oregano - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and cook for about 30 minutes until tender. Remove from water and let it cool.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create a marinade.
3. Once the octopus has cooled, cut it into manageable pieces (tentacles and body). Marinate the octopus in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the octopus for about 3-4 minutes on each side until you see nice char marks.
5. While the octopus is grilling, prepare a salad with mixed greens, drizzled with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.
6. Serve the grilled octopus hot alongside the herb salad, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and low in calories, making it great for muscle maintenance.
• Contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.

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