Keto Pasta Vongole

Elevate your low-carb dining with this Keto Pasta Vongole, a lighter take on the Italian classic that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Tender zucchini noodles replace traditional pasta, making this dish perfect for those following a keto or gluten-free lifestyle. Fresh clams are the star of the show, simmered in a savory sauce of garlic, red pepper flakes, dry white wine, and chicken broth, then brightened with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just 35 minutes, this elegant yet easy recipe brings the taste of coastal Italy to your table while keeping carbs at bay, making it an ideal choice for a healthy, satisfying dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 2 pounds clams
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cups dry white wine
• 0.5 cups chicken broth
• 0.25 cups fresh parsley
• 1 whole lemon
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cleaning the clams: Place clams in a large bowl, cover them with cold water, add a tablespoon of salt, and let them soak for 20 minutes to purge any sand. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into noodles. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler to achieve a similar result. Set aside your zucchini noodles on a paper towel to absorb extra moisture.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute or until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to high, then add the cleaned clams and white wine. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.

Step 5

Remove the clams from the pan, setting them aside in a bowl. Add chicken broth to the skillet, and return to a simmer. Allow the sauce to reduce for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat in the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the noodles have softened.

Step 7

Return the clams to the skillet, along with chopped parsley, a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss everything together gently to combine.

Step 8

Transfer the Keto Pasta Vongole to a serving dish, garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1881.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2053.4

Total Fat 91.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.3g
Cholesterol 308.4mg	0%
Sodium 10055.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 156.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 601.8mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 2312.1mg	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: 42.2%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 25.6%