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Grilled Octopus Salad

Grilled Octopus Salad with Arugula, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, and Citrus Vinaigrette


A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring tender grilled octopus, paired with crisp arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber, all drizzled with a zesty citrus vinaigrette. The perfect balance of flavours and textures for a light and satisfying dish.


Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Salad:

  • 4 small octopus tentacles (or 2 whole octopuses, cleaned and cut into tentacles)

  • 4 cups arugula (rocket)

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced

  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Citrus Vinaigrette:

  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp fresh orange juice

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Octopus:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and cook for 30–45 minutes, depending on size, until tender.

  • Drain the octopus and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, grill the octopus over medium-high heat for about 2–3 minutes per side until charred and slightly crispy on the outside. Season with salt and pepper.

  1. Prepare the Salad:

  • In a large bowl, combine the arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion (if using).

  1. Make the Citrus Vinaigrette:

  • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, and honey (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  1. Assemble the Salad:

  • Slice the grilled octopus tentacles into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on top of the salad.

  • Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  1. Serve:

  • Serve the salad immediately, garnished with additional herbs or citrus zest if desired.



Nutritional Information (Per Serving - Approximate)

  • Calories: 220 kcal

  • Protein: 18g

  • Carbohydrates: 10g

    • Sugars: 5g

  • Fats: 14g

    • Saturated Fat: 2g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Sodium: 350mg


Dietary Information


✅ Gluten-Free
✅ Dairy-Free
✅ Low-Carb
✅ Nut-Free


Allergen Information (14 Major Allergens)


🚫 No Eggs, Dairy, Fish, Shellfish, Peanuts, Nuts, Soy, Celery, Mustard, Sesame, Sulphites, Lupin, Molluscs, Gluten

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