octopus souvlaki, lentil salad, Florina pepper, skordo aioli

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the cleaned octopus and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Marinate the Octopus

After marinating, cut the octopus into manageable pieces and thread onto skewers.

Skewer the Octopus

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through.

Grill the Octopus

In a pot, bring water to a boil and add lentils. Cook for about 20-25 minutes until tender, then drain and allow to cool.

Cook the Lentils

In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, diced red onion, tomato, cucumber, and chopped parsley.

Combine Salad Ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the salad and mix well.

Dress the Salad

In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Whisk until smooth.

Mix Aioli Ingredients

octopus, cleaned

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