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Calamari meze Calories
Calamari rings served as a meze, commonly battered and fried. Nutrition values are estimates for fried calamari and exclude accompanying sauce.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Calamari meze (150 g) has 315 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.5 g of carbs, 21.8 g of protein, 15 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 60 µg of Selenium covers 109% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Calamari meze Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
315
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
22.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
21.8g
· 44% DV
Fat
15g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 28% · Fat 43%
Calamari meze nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 315 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 750 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Calamari meze?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 60 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 45 g | 95 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 75 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Calamari meze
What is calamari meze?
Calamari meze is a shared appetizer of squid, usually cut into rings, coated, and fried. It is often served with lemon and a dipping sauce; the coating and sauce vary between restaurants and home recipes.
How is calamari meze traditionally made?
Calamari meze is typically made by coating cleaned squid rings and frying them briefly in hot oil. They are served soon after cooking, often with lemon and a creamy dipping sauce such as tarator.
Is calamari meze made with squid or octopus?
Calamari meze is made with squid, not octopus. “Calamari” is the culinary name commonly used for squid, and the familiar ring shape comes from slicing the squid’s body crosswise.
Why does calamari meze turn rubbery?
Calamari meze turns rubbery most often when the squid is overcooked. Fry the rings briefly in properly heated oil and avoid crowding the pan, which can lower the oil temperature and prolong cooking.
How do you keep calamari meze crispy?
For crisp calamari meze, pat the squid thoroughly dry before coating it and fry it in small batches. Drain the cooked rings on a wire rack rather than stacking them, and serve them promptly so steam does not soften the coating.
What sauce is served with calamari meze?
Calamari meze is commonly served with tarator, a creamy sauce that may include bread, garlic, lemon, or nuts, depending on the recipe. Lemon wedges are also a classic accompaniment; serving the sauce on the side helps keep the coating crisp.
Can you make calamari meze in an air fryer?
Yes, calamari meze can be made in an air fryer. Arrange lightly oiled, coated rings in a single layer and cook until crisp, turning as needed; the result uses less oil but may not match the texture of deep-fried calamari.
What should you serve with calamari meze?
Serve calamari meze with lemon, tarator, and a mix of salads or other small plates. Fresh greens and lighter meze make a good contrast to the fried coating, especially as part of a shared Mediterranean-style meal.
Can you make calamari meze with frozen squid?
Yes, frozen squid works for calamari meze. Thaw it in the refrigerator, drain away excess liquid, and pat the rings dry before coating; wet squid can make the coating soggy and cause hot oil to splatter.
How should you store and reheat leftover calamari meze?
Refrigerate leftover calamari meze in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness; a microwave tends to make the coating soft.
Calamari meze Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
B3
3.75mg · 23% DV
Vitamin E
2.25mg · 15% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
60µg · 109% DV
Copper
0.38mg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
270mg · 39% DV
Sodium
750mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
330mg · 10% DV
Calamari meze Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Calamari meze
To burn the 315 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Calamari meze?
Calamari meze is a Turkish-style small plate of squid rings, most often coated and fried. It is especially familiar in Aegean and Mediterranean coastal restaurants, where it sits alongside other meze; lemon and tarator, a creamy garlic sauce, are common accompaniments. Recipes vary, and the sauce is not included in the nutrition estimate.
The contrast of a crisp outside and tender squid makes it a popular sharing dish, served as a starter with other small plates or as part of a seafood meal. It provides protein, but the usual fried coating also contributes fat and carbohydrates; a 100 g portion is about 210 kcal. For a lighter option, choose baked or grilled squid and serve the sauce on the side, with lemon and a fresh salad.
How Nutritious Is Calamari meze?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Calamari meze Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Calamari meze Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Calamari meze Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Calamari meze Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.