BMARCHAI Open the free app

Grilled Squid Tubes & Tentacles with Za’atar

A recipe from Israel.

🇮🇱 IsraelhighProteinsquidGrillcoastalquickchewyCrisp
Grilled Squid Tubes & Tentacles with Za’atar

Nutrition (per serving)

390Calories
48 gProtein
10 gCarbs
20 gFat
2 gSugar
1300 mgSalt

Ingredients

  • 300–400 g Large squid (cleaned tubes & tentacles)
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Za’atar
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
  • ¾ tsp Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method

  1. Cut tubes into 1 cm rings → score tentacles lightly.
  2. Marinate in olive oil, za’atar, lemon juice, garlic, salt & pepper 20–30 min.
  3. Heat small grill pan to high.
  4. Grill squid 2–3 min per side until charred outside, tender inside (do not overcook).
  5. Plate immediately → squeeze extra lemon over top.
  6. Serve with tahini drizzle, schug on the side, and a small Israeli salad.

Match meals to your macros

Find meals that fit your calorie and protein targets, free.

Try it free in Bmarchai

More from Israel

General fitness and nutrition information, not medical advice. Check with a qualified professional before starting a new exercise or diet plan, especially if you have an injury or health condition.