Cozze Mussels

Transport your taste buds to the Italian coastline with this flavorful Cozze Mussels recipe! Featuring plump, fresh mussels steamed in a rich broth of dry white wine, garlic, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this classic dish is infused with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat, while fresh parsley provides a fragrant, herbaceous finish. With just 25 minutes from prep to table, this quick and elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Don’t forget to serve with a warm loaf of crusty bread to soak up the irresistible broth. Ideal as an appetizer or light main course, Cozze Mussels is an authentic seafood delight that brings restaurant-quality dining to your home. Keywords: Cozze Mussels recipe, Italian mussels, steamed mussels, Mediterranean seafood, quick mussel dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh mussels
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 loaf crusty bread (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mussels by scrubbing the shells under cold running water and removing any beards. Discard any mussels that are cracked or remain open after a gentle tap.

Step 2

Finely chop the garlic cloves and parsley. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Cover the pot with a lid and let the mussels steam for 5–7 minutes, or until all the shells have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

Step 8

Remove the pot from the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the mussels.

Step 9

Serve the mussels immediately with the broth. Accompany with crusty bread for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1757.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3233.1

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 512.3mg	0%
Sodium 5775.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 253.4g	0%

Vitamin D 811.1IU	0%
Calcium 816.5mg	0%
Iron 48.8mg	0%
Potassium 4425.2mg	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: 30.6%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 36.5%