Sugar-Free Grilled Squid Skewers
Elevate your summer grilling game with these sugar-free grilled squid skewers, a light and healthy recipe that’s perfect for seafood lovers. Featuring tender, marinated squid infused with the bright flavors of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic, these skewers come alive with a touch of dried oregano and a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley. Quick and easy to prepare, they make an impressive appetizer or main course, ready in under 30 minutes. Ideal for low-carb and keto diets, these skewers deliver bold Mediterranean flavors without any added sugar. Serve them with a side of lemon wedges for a zesty twist and enjoy this low-calorie, high-protein dish hot off the grill!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh squid, cleaned
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers
Instructions
Start by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Clean the squid by removing the head, innards, and outer skin. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Cut the cleaned squid into 1-inch wide rings. If desired, also cut the tentacles into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
Add the squid rings and tentacles to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated squid pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between rings and tentacles.
Place the squid skewers onto the hot grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the squid is opaque and has a slight char.
Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve the grilled squid skewers hot, paired with lemon wedges for extra zest if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.1 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1165 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 1406 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*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.
