Grilled Octopus with Lemon Herb Dressing

A delightful main dish featuring tender, grilled octopus drizzled with a zesty lemon herb dressing. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique and flavorful experience.

Main Dish
medium 30 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Rinse the octopus under cold water and pat dry. 2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture over the octopus. 3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the octopus for about 4-5 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through. 4. In a separate bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, garlic, and capers to make the dressing. 5. Once the octopus is cooked, remove from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Then, slice into bite-sized pieces. 6. Drizzle the lemon herb dressing over the grilled octopus and serve immediately.

Ingredients

1 small octopus (about 300g) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon (juice and zest) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon capers, rinsed and chopped

You May Also Like
Garlic Honey Chicken with Cheesy Egg Bake
Garlic Honey Chicken with Sautéed Apples and Eggs
Garlic Butter Steamed Clams
Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tart
Creamy Yogurt Herb Chicken
Spiced Paneer and Mixed Vegetable Curry
Spicy Black Bean and Quinoa Bowl
Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Stir-Fry
Apple and Chicken Skillet with Cinnamon Glaze
Garlic Butter Steamed Clams
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Breast
Honey Glazed Carrot and Quinoa Bowl
Garlic Butter Sautéed Squid
Apple and Chicken Skillet with Cinnamon Glaze
Savory Garlic Herb Bread Toast