These Tomato Basil Mussels are a quick, elegant dinner that feels like a restaurant meal. Succulent mussels steam in a rich, aromatic broth of crushed tomatoes, white wine, and fresh basil. The dish is brightened with garlic and finished with a touch of balsamic vinegar for depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for a romantic weeknight dinner or a light summer gathering. Serve with crusty bread to sop up the flavorful sauce. Simple ingredients come together in under 30 minutes for a satisfying, healthy seafood experience.
Tomato Basil Mussels
Description
These Tomato Basil Mussels are a quick, elegant dinner that feels like a restaurant meal. Succulent mussels steam in a rich, aromatic broth of crushed tomatoes, white wine, and fresh basil. The dish is brightened with garlic and finished with a touch of balsamic vinegar for depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for a romantic weeknight dinner or a light summer gathering. Serve with crusty bread to sop up the flavorful sauce. Simple ingredients come together in under 30 minutes for a satisfying, healthy seafood experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Scrub mussels under cold water and remove beards by pulling them towards the open end of the shell.
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Discard any mussels that are cracked or do not close when tapped firmly.
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Drain, seed, and dice the canned tomatoes; set aside.
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In a large saucepan with a lid, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Add garlic and half of the sliced green onions; cook for 1 minute until softened and fragrant.
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Stir in diced tomatoes, white wine, dried basil, hot pepper sauce, and balsamic vinegar.
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Bring the sauce to a boil.
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Add the cleaned mussels to the pan; cover tightly and steam for 4-6 minutes until shells open.
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Discard any mussels that remain closed after steaming.
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Transfer mussels to a serving bowl.
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Season the remaining tomato sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
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Pour the sauce over the mussels and sprinkle with the remaining green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 423.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.6g21%
- Saturated Fat 2.0g10%
- Cholesterol 97.6mg33%
- Sodium 150.5mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 37.6g13%
- Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
- Sugars 15.1g
- Protein 33.3g67%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Selecting Mussels: Choose mussels that are tightly closed. If a shell is slightly open, tap it; if it doesn't close, discard it as it may be dead.
Safety: Never eat mussels that have not opened during cooking. They may be contaminated or unsafe to consume.
Substitutions: If you don't have white wine, use dry vermouth or additional chicken/vegetable broth. Fresh basil can replace dried basil for a brighter flavor.
Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the delicious tomato-wine sauce.
