Paleo Grilled Octopus
Elevate your outdoor cooking game with this mouthwatering Paleo Grilled Octopus recipe, a seafood lover's delight that combines tender, slow-simmered octopus with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Perfectly seasoned with zesty lemon, fresh parsley, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, this dish balances smoky grilled char with vibrant herbal notes. The octopus is marinated in a savory garlic-infused olive oil blend before being grilled to perfection, delivering a juicy yet crispy texture that's irresistible. Ideal for a paleo-friendly diet, it's naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein, making it a stunning centerpiece for any dinner party or backyard barbecue. Serve this restaurant-quality dish with a side of grilled vegetables or a crisp salad to complete your sophisticated feast. Keywords: paleo grilled octopus recipe, grilled seafood, Mediterranean flavors, paleo dinner ideas, octopus marinade.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 2-pound Whole octopus
- 8 cups Water
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 Lemons
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Clean the octopus by removing the beak and eyes. Rinse thoroughly under cold water.
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add the bay leaves and the juice of one lemon.
Submerge the octopus in the boiling water. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 60-75 minutes, or until the octopus is tender when pierced with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool slightly. Cut into large pieces, approximately 3 inches long.
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, the juice of the second lemon, minced garlic, fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the octopus pieces and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the octopus from the marinade and place the pieces on the grill.
Grill for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the octopus is slightly charred and heated through.
Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1034 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 955 mg | 20% | |
*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.
