Nut-Free Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs
Elevate your seafood game with this Nut-Free Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs—a light, flavorful dish perfect for warm-weather meals or appetizer spreads. Featuring fresh squid marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and fragrant herbs like parsley and thyme, this recipe ensures each bite is bursting with bright, citrusy flavors. Quick to prepare, the squid is grilled to perfection in under 10 minutes, delivering tender, charred pieces that pair beautifully with fresh lemon wedges for serving. This nut-free recipe is both elegant and approachable, making it ideal for entertaining or transforming a weeknight dinner into something special. Perfect for seafood lovers, it's easy to prep, healthy, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams Fresh squid, cleaned and tubes sliced into 1/2-inch rings
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Begin by preparing the squid. If not already done, clean the squid and slice the tubes into 1/2-inch rings. Set aside the squid tentacles for grilling as well.
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add the prepared squid rings and tentacles to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes for flavors to meld together.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or grill pan surface to prevent sticking.
Once the grill is hot, place the squid rings and tentacles on the grill. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are lightly charred and just cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as squid can become tough.
Transfer the grilled squid to a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.
Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.3 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1398 mg | 466% | |
| Sodium | 2680 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 111.8 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2056 mg | 44% | |
*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.
