Sugar-Free Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs
Delight in the fresh, clean flavors of the Mediterranean with this Sugar-Free Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs recipe. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a healthy yet flavorful dish, this recipe features tender squid tubes lightly charred on the grill and infused with a fragrant blend of olive oil, garlic, parsley, and oregano. A generous squeeze of lemon enhances the natural sweetness of the squid, while shallow diagonal cuts ensure even cooking and irresistible presentation. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues. Serve warm with lemon wedges and enjoy an elegant, guilt-free meal that's low-carb, gluten-free, and bursting with vibrant, zesty flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh squid
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Clean the squid by removing the head, innards, and ink sac, then peel off the skin. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half into the olive oil mixture and whisk again. Reserve the other half for serving.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and set aside. This will be used for garnishing the dish later.
With a sharp knife, make shallow diagonal cuts on the outside of each squid tube, being careful not to cut all the way through. This helps the squid cook evenly and quickly.
Brush the prepared olive oil mixture evenly over the squid tubes, ensuring both the outside and the inner surface are coated.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. It should reach about 180-200°C (350-400°F).
Place the squid tubes on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are opaque and have nice grill marks. Avoid overcooking as squid can quickly become rubbery.
Remove the squid from the grill and transfer them to a serving plate.
Sprinkle the grilled squid with dried oregano and freshly chopped parsley.
Cut the reserved lemon half into wedges and serve alongside the squid, for squeezing over before eating.
Serve immediately, enjoying the squid warm to fully savor the lemon and herb flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.3 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1165 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 79.4 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1430 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.
