Vegan Zeytin Yağlı Kalamar

Vegan Zeytin Yağlı Kalamar is a delightful Turkish dish that brings the flavors of the sea to the table using plant-based ingredients. This dish features marinated and grilled zucchini slices, mimicking the texture of calamari, served in a fragrant olive oil and lemon dressing.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Fresh lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Capers - 1 tablespoon, rinsed
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced

Steps

1. Begin by slicing the zucchini into rings about 1 cm thick to resemble calamari.
2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and paprika to create a marinade.
3. Add the zucchini rings to the marinade, tossing them well to coat, and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, place the marinated zucchini on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are tender and have grill marks.
5. While the zucchini is grilling, prepare the dressing by mixing the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
6. In a serving dish, layer the grilled zucchini, cherry tomatoes, capers, and Kalamata olives.
7. Drizzle the dressing over the arranged vegetables and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from olive oil and tomatoes which support heart health.
• High in fiber from zucchini and olives, promoting digestive health.

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