Grilled Octopus with Watermelon

1Begin by preparing the octopus (1 large). Rinse the octopus (1 large) under cold water and pat dry. Tenderize the octopus (1 large) by gently pounding it with a meat mallet to break down the muscle fibers.

2In a bowl, combine olive oil (½ cup), minced garlic (4 cloves), dried oregano (1 teaspoon), salt, and pepper. Marinate the octopus (1 large) in this mixture for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.

3Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the octopus (1 large) for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until charred and cooked through. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

4In a separate bowl, combine the cubed watermelon (1 small), chopped mint leaves (¼ cup), and crumbled feta cheese (¼ cup). Toss gently to mix.

5To serve, arrange the sliced grilled octopus (1 large) on a platter and top with the watermelon (1 small) salad. Garnish with extra mint leaves (¼ cup) and enjoy this succulent Grilled Octopus (1 large) with Watermelon (1 small)!