Calamares a La Vinagreta Calamari in Vinaigrette

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly refreshing, Calamares a La Vinagreta (Calamari in Vinaigrette) is a classic Spanish seafood dish that’s perfect for warm-weather dining or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. This vibrant recipe combines tender, perfectly blanched calamari rings with a colorful medley of diced red and green bell peppers, juicy tomato, and red onion, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette infused with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and fresh parsley. The chilled preparation allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a light and flavorful dish that pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a crisp salad. Garnished with lemon wedges for an extra citrusy kick, this low-effort, high-reward recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a healthy, Mediterranean-inspired treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh calamari (cleaned and sliced into rings)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (finely diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (finely diced)
• 1 medium tomato (finely diced)
• 1 small red onion (finely diced)
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 30 ml red wine vinegar
• 15 grams fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large lemon (sliced into wedges for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the calamari rings and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Be careful not to overcook to avoid rubbery calamari.

Step 2

Step 2: Drain the calamari and immediately transfer them to a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 3-5 minutes, then drain again and place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 4

Step 4: Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomato, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the calamari.

Step 5

Step 5: Pour the vinaigrette over the calamari and vegetables. Gently toss to combine, ensuring the calamari and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Step 6: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve the dish chilled or at room temperature.

Step 7

Step 7: Garnish with lemon wedges before serving. Pair with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1195.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1117.6

Total Fat 64.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1165mg	0%
Sodium 2612.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221.6mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2495.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 19.3%