Serves 4
20 min
Grilled Squid With Olive Oil and Lemon
Recipe GLPRaad9e639d67402
Tender squid bodies grilled quickly over high heat, finished with a drizzle of premium extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. This simple Mediterranean-inspired dish celebrates the natural flavor of the squid with minimal seasoning. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's an elegant main course that serves four.
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Ingredients
1 pound whole cleaned squid bodies
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing and drizzling
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
Pat the cleaned squid bodies completely dry with paper towels to promote browning on the grill and ensure even cooking.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat (approximately 450°F). Allow the grate or pan to become very hot before cooking.
Lightly brush each squid body with extra-virgin olive oil on both sides, then season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Place the squid bodies directly on the hot grill. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until the flesh is opaque and lightly charred. Avoid overcooking, as squid becomes tough with prolonged heat exposure.
Transfer the grilled squid to a serving platter and immediately drizzle with additional extra-virgin olive oil.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm with lemon wedges on the side. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the squid to taste just before eating.
