Bocata de Calamares

Bocata de Calamares is a delightful low-carb take on the traditional Spanish squid sandwich, featuring tender calamari served on a bed of crisp lettuce instead of bread. This dish combines the savory flavors of seafood with a zesty garlic and parsley sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Calamari rings - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Romaine lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved

Steps

1. Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the calamari rings to the skillet, season with paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the calamari is opaque and cooked through, turning occasionally.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
6. To assemble, place 2-3 lettuce leaves on each plate, then top with the cooked calamari and garnish with halved cherry tomatoes.
7. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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