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Classic Steamed Mussels
Classic Steamed Mussels showcase plump, briny shellfish perfumed with sweet onion and a gentle hit of garlic, letting the ocean-fresh character shine. It’s a minimalist seafood dish that feels elegant yet unfussy, ideal as a light dinner with crusty bread or a shareable starter for gatherings. The clean broth invites dipping and highlights the mussels’ natural richness.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Fill a large pot with mussels.
- 2
Sprinkle chopped onions and garlic over the shellfish.
- 3
Do not add water, as mussels release enough liquid for steaming.
- 4
Cook over high heat until most or all of the mussels open.
- 5
Discard any mussels that do not open.
- Calories 345.31 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.56 g Moderate
- Carbs 73.96 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.3 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 599.3 mg High
- Fiber 29.32 g Good Source
- Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 304.79 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.92 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1941.7 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 19.98 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅