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High-protein squid dish cooked with vegetables
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Squid with vegetables (200 g) has 184 calories. That works out to 92 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.6 g of carbs, 26.8 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 56 µg of Selenium covers 102% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
184
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
26.8g
· 54% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 58% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 184 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 184 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 83 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 260 g | 239 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 276 kcal |
Calculated from 92 calories per 100 g.
Squid with vegetables is made by cooking cleaned squid with chopped vegetables in a pan. Soften the vegetables first, then add the squid and cook it quickly over high heat or braise it gently until tender; avoid an in-between cooking time.
Squid with vegetables can turn rubbery when the squid is cooked for a moderate length of time. Cook it very quickly over high heat or continue cooking it gently until tender; stopping between these approaches often leaves squid tough.
Onion, bell pepper, tomato, and garlic work especially well in squid with vegetables. Zucchini and mushrooms are also good additions, but use watery vegetables sparingly so they do not release enough liquid to stew the squid.
Serve squid with vegetables alongside rice, crusty bread, or plain pasta to make it a more filling meal. A crisp green salad with lemon is a lighter option, and a squeeze of fresh lemon over the squid brightens its savory flavor.
Yes, frozen squid works well for squid with vegetables. Thaw it in the refrigerator, drain it, and pat it dry before cooking; excess water can make the vegetables steam and prevent the squid from browning properly.
No special tenderizing step is required for squid with vegetables if you cook the squid appropriately. A long acidic marinade is not a reliable shortcut and can affect its texture; focus instead on very quick cooking or a gentle, longer braise.
A simple garlic, olive oil, and lemon dressing suits squid with vegetables without covering up the seafood. Add lemon near serving time rather than leaving the squid in an acidic sauce for a long period, which may alter its texture.
Yes, squid with vegetables can be baked in a covered dish, though a pan makes it easier to control the squid’s texture. Keep the ingredients from drying out, and cook until the squid is tender rather than relying on a fixed time.
Store leftover squid with vegetables in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled, and eat it promptly. Reheat only the portion you need, briefly and thoroughly; repeated heating tends to make squid tougher.
Squid with vegetables can be a nutritious meal, combining protein from squid with vegetables. For a lighter preparation, use a moderate amount of oil and avoid deep-frying; the dish’s overall balance also depends on what you serve alongside it.
Vitamins
B12
2.2µg · 92% DV
B3
5.2mg · 33% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
56µg · 102% DV
Phosphorus
380mg · 54% DV
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Iodine
56µg · 37% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
560mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Squid with vegetables combines squid with vegetables, cooked together as a seafood dish. In Turkey, the exact mix and method vary from kitchen to kitchen; the vegetables add colour and a gentle sweetness. Properly cooked squid is tender with a slight bite, while cooking it for too long can make it chewy.
It may be served as a main dish or as part of a seafood spread, often with lemon and salad; rice or bread can make it a more filling meal. The dish is notable for its protein, providing 13.4 g per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use plenty of vegetables and keep the added oil modest.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.