Paleo Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs
Savor the fresh, Mediterranean-inspired flavors of this Paleo Simple Grilled Squid with Lemon and Herbs, a light and healthy recipe perfect for seafood lovers. This 25-minute dish combines tender, smoky squid rings with a zesty marinade made from olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like parsley and thyme. The squid grills to perfection in minutes, creating a beautifully charred exterior while staying juicy and delicate inside. With the option to add a kick of red pepper flakes, this paleo-friendly recipe strikes a perfect balance of simplicity and bold flavor. Serve it as a centerpiece, appetizer, or alongside fresh greens for a quick, wholesome meal that highlights the essence of clean eating.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh squid
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Clean the squid by removing the head, cutting out the beak, and pulling out the cartilage. Rinse well under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the squid into rings about 1/2 inch thick.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
Step 3
Add the squid rings to the bowl and toss until they are well-coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
Step 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using a grill pan indoors, make sure to heat the pan until very hot.
Step 5
Remove the squid from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and place the rings on the grill or grill pan.
Step 6
Grill the squid for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are fully cooked and slightly charred.
Step 7
Remove the squid from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Step 8
Drizzle with a little more lemon juice or olive oil if desired, and garnish with additional fresh parsley.
Step 9
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (595.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 867.4 |
| Total Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1165mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1390.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.9g | |
| Protein 79.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 209.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1388.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories