Pizza de Calamares

Pizza de Calamares is a delightful Spanish seafood pizza topped with tender calamari and a zesty tomato sauce, offering a unique twist on a classic favorite. This dish is both high in protein and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, making it a satisfying meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Calamari rings - 200 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the canned diced tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. In another pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat and add the calamari rings. Cook for 2-3 minutes until opaque and tender. Remove from heat.
6. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
7. Top the sauce with the cooked calamari, sliced red bell pepper, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from calamari and cheese, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can promote heart health.

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