Low Fat Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs
Light, fresh, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Low Fat Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs recipe is a seafood lover's dream! Perfectly tender squid rings are marinated in a zesty mix of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, parsley, thyme, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes, then grilled to smoky perfection in just minutes. This quick, healthy dish is a fantastic low-fat option that’s bursting with Mediterranean goodness, ready in under 30 minutes. Serve it hot with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of parsley for a refreshing appetizer or a light main course that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh squid
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Clean the squid by removing the head, quill, and insides. Rinse thoroughly under cold water. Slice the squid tubes into 1/2-inch rings and pat dry with paper towels.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, zest and juice of the lemon, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
Add the squid rings to the bowl and toss well to ensure that each piece is evenly coated with the marinade. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Using tongs, carefully place the marinated squid rings on the grill. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until the squid turns opaque and grill marks appear. Be cautious not to overcook, as squid tends to become rubbery if cooked for too long.
Remove the squid from the grill and arrange on a serving platter. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately while hot, with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.3 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1165 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1428 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
