Fideos con Calamares

Fideos con Calamares is a delightful Spanish pasta dish featuring tender squid tossed with thin noodles and a rich, flavorful sauce. This healthy recipe is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, packed with Mediterranean flavors and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Fideos (or thin spaghetti) - 150 grams
• Squid, cleaned and sliced - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Red bell pepper, diced - 1 medium
• Tomato puree - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 300 milliliters
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon wedges - for serving

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the sliced squid to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque.
3. Stir in the tomato puree, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
4. Add the fideos to the skillet, followed by the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and has absorbed most of the liquid.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley.
6. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 370
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 45 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from squid, which support heart health.
• High in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.

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