Roasted Squid with Courgette
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you've spent all day cooking. Roasted squid with courgette is a beautiful Mediterranean dish that's both elegant and surprisingly simple. The squid becomes tender and sweet when roasted properly, while the courgettes caramelize into something really special. I love that squid is packed with protein and selenium, which is fantastic for your immune system. Plus, it's an affordable option that feels quite fancy on the plate. With just a handful of fresh herbs and good olive oil, you'll have something restaurant worthy on your table in no time.
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Ingredients
- 800 gsquid(cleaned and cut into rings)
- 3 mediumcourgette(sliced into 1cm rounds)
- 5garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tbspextra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 3 tbspfresh parsley(chopped)
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 tspsea salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- ¼ tspred chilli flakes
- 100 mldry white wine
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C. Pat the squid rings dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
Tip: Drying the squid ensures better browning and prevents excess moisture during roasting.
- 2
Toss the courgette slices with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, thyme sprigs, and red chilli flakes on a large baking tray. Spread in a single layer and roast for 12 minutes.
Tip: Starting the courgettes first allows them to develop colour before adding the squid.
- 3
Remove the tray from the oven and push the courgettes to the sides, creating space in the centre.
- 4
Toss the squid rings with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and lemon juice, then arrange them in the centre of the tray.
Tip: The lemon juice adds brightness and helps tenderize the squid.
- 5
Pour the white wine around the squid and courgettes. Return to the oven and roast for 12-13 minutes until the squid is opaque and tender.
Tip: Avoid overcooking the squid as it becomes rubbery; it should only need about 12 minutes total.
- 6
Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh parsley over the top. Check seasoning and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- 7
Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates and spoon the pan juices over everything.
Tip: The pan juices contain wonderful flavour from the wine and roasting process.
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