Keto Grilled Octopus Tentacle with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette

Elevate your keto dining experience with this irresistibly tender and smoky **Keto Grilled Octopus Tentacle with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette**. Perfectly simmered in a fragrant bay leaf infusion, the octopus becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender before being charred to perfection on the grill for a delightfully crisp edge. The star of the show? A zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette featuring fresh parsley, oregano, minced garlic, and a kick of red pepper flakes, all married together with olive oil and white wine vinegar. This elegant dish is bursting with Mediterranean flavors, low in carbs, and makes a show-stopping centerpiece for any meal. Finished with a drizzle of vinaigrette and served with fresh lemon wedges, it's a light, flavorful treat that's as refreshing as it is decadent. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or simply craving a gourmet keto option, this grilled octopus recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Octopus tentacles
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 4 cups Water
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 Lemon, wedges for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the water, 1 tablespoon of salt, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.

Step 2

Add the octopus tentacles to the boiling water and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 40-50 minutes until the tentacles are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 3

While the octopus is cooking, prepare the lemon-herb vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Once the octopus is tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest until cool enough to handle.

Step 5

Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Pat the tentacles dry with paper towels and brush them lightly with olive oil.

Step 7

Grill the octopus tentacles for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until they are slightly charred and crispy on the edges.

Step 8

Remove the grilled tentacles from the grill and drizzle with the prepared lemon-herb vinaigrette.

Step 9

Serve with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest. Enjoy your keto-friendly grilled octopus!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1498.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	836.5

Total Fat 60.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 192mg	0%
Sodium 8038.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.2g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.4mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1677.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 12.8%