Grilled Calamari with Yogurt and Herb Sauce
Tender grilled calamari served over a cool, creamy yogurt sauce with fresh herbs, a hint of chili, and a peppery finish. A quick, elegant dish that's ready in minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 lb calamari (bodies and tentacles)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or dill), chopped
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 whole green chili, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix the 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup chopped herbs, juice of 1/2 lemon, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- 2
Pat the 1 lb calamari dry. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Grill calamari in a single layer, about 2 minutes per side, until charred and just opaque.
- 4
Spread the yogurt sauce on a plate. Top with grilled calamari, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and scatter the sliced green chili and a few herb leaves.
- 5
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Knife and cutting board
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