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Grilled Octopus Delight

Grilled Octopus Delight

Discover the magic of Grilled Octopus Delight, a Mediterranean-inspired dish with smoky flavors and zesty citrus twists. Perfect for barbecues or elegant dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g pre-boiled octopus
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground black pepper
  • 3 pinches cayenne pepper
  • 1 bag mixed salad greens
  • for serving lemon wedges

Equipment

  • Grill or stovetop griddle
  • Tongs
  • Sharp knife
  • Small bowl for mixing seasonings
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Brush the boiled octopus with olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Let the seasoned octopus sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Fire up the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Place the octopus on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until slightly charred.
  5. Transfer the grilled octopus to a cutting board and slice into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Arrange the octopus on a bed of mixed greens and garnish with lemon wedges.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg
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