Heart-Healthy Classic Clam Soup

Dive into comfort and nutrition with our Heart-Healthy Classic Clam Soup, a delicious twist on a seafood favorite that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds. Packed with tender, protein-rich clams, antioxidant-rich vegetables like carrots and celery, and seasoned with fragrant dried herbs like basil and oregano, this soup is a nutritious powerhouse. A base of low-sodium broth and a touch of extra virgin olive oil keep it light yet satisfying, while potatoes add a creamy, hearty texture. Finished with fresh parsley and served with zesty lemon wedges, this low-sodium recipe is perfect for a wholesome family dinner. With just 20 minutes of prep, this one-pot soup is as easy to make as it is to enjoy—healthy comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds clams
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium, diced large onion
• 2 stalks, diced celery stalks
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces), no salt added diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon, dried basil
• 1 teaspoon, dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 for serving lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Clean the clams by scrubbing them under cold running water to remove any debris, and discard any that are cracked or open.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic and carrots, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and add the diced potatoes.

Step 6

Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high, add the clams, and cover the pot. Allow the clams to cook for 5-7 minutes or until they have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.

Step 8

Season the soup with black pepper and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve the clam soup hot with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3487.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2253.3

Total Fat 80.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.0g
Cholesterol 308.4mg	0%
Sodium 3348.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.3g
Protein 171.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 975.4mg	0%
Iron 28.2mg	0%
Potassium 5662.8mg	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: 32.2%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 37.5%