Garlic Sauced Mussels Over Spaghetti

Indulge in a taste of coastal elegance with this Garlic Sauced Mussels Over Spaghetti recipe, a perfect marriage of briny seafood and velvety garlic-wine sauce. Tender spaghetti serves as the ultimate base for plump mussels simmered in a fragrant medley of olive oil, butter, garlic, and shallots, enhanced by the zest and juice of fresh lemon. A splash of dry white wine and a dash of red pepper flakes bring depth and a hint of heat to the dish, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish. Ideal for a quick yet impressive dinner, this 40-minute recipe is perfect for entertaining or savoring a fine-dining experience at home. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every drop of that irresistible sauce! Keywords: mussels recipe, garlic sauce, seafood pasta, mussels with spaghetti, quick seafood dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 lbs mussels (cleaned and debearded)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 5 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 shallots (minced)
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup chicken or seafood stock
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the spaghetti aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, rinse and inspect the mussels. Discard any that are cracked or that remain open after a gentle tap.

Step 3

In a large skillet or pot with a lid, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and shallots, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened, but not browned.

Step 5

Stir in the red pepper flakes, then pour in the white wine and chicken or seafood stock. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the mussels to the skillet, stir to coat them in the sauce, and cover with a lid. Cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mussels open. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and half of the chopped parsley. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked spaghetti directly to the skillet with the mussels, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 9

Transfer the spaghetti and mussels to a large serving platter or individual bowls. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2016.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2212.7

Total Fat 93.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 578.1mg	0%
Sodium 6446.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.6g
Protein 135.3g	0%

Vitamin D 815.6IU	0%
Calcium 740.6mg	0%
Iron 51.8mg	0%
Potassium 5113.4mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 34.5%