Almejas con Tomates (Clams with Cherry Tomatoes)

Dairy Free
Health score
27%
Almejas con Tomates (Clams with Cherry Tomatoes)
45 min.
4
157kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of the sea with our Almejas con Tomates, or Clams with Cherry Tomatoes, a dish that beautifully combines the freshness of clams with the vibrant flavors of cherry tomatoes. This recipe is not just a treat for the taste buds; it's also a health-conscious choice since it’s dairy-free and low in calories, making it a perfect option for an antipasti, starter, or snack.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed garlic and fresh tomatoes wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this elegant dish. The complexity of the flavors comes from the combination of fresh parsley, a splash of dry white wine, and zesty lemon wedges, all coming together to enhance the natural sweetness of the clams. Each bite offers a burst of ocean freshness complemented by the rich, tangy essence of the tomatoes.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four and is ideal for a cozy get-together or a casual dinner. Share it with friends or family as you soak up the flavors of summer, even if it’s just in your home kitchen. Don’t forget to enjoy the delicious clam mixture with crusty French bread – it’s perfect for soaking up every last drop of that luscious sauce. Dive into this culinary experience that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • ounce diagonally bread french cut ()
  • pint cherry tomatoes 
  • 0.3 cup cooking wine dry white
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • large optional: lemon sliced into 12 wedges
  • pounds littleneck clams scrubbed
  • tablespoons olive oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add tomatoes; saut 6 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Add wine, clams, garlic, and lemon, stirring to coat; cover, reduce heat, and cook 8 minutes or until shells open. Discard any unopened shells.
  4. Sprinkle with parsley.
  5. Serve clam mixture with French bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories157kcal
Protein19.51%
Fat45.41%
Carbs35.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.5
Glycemic Load
3.88
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.64086964856%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.59mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
16.17mg
Luteolin
0.62mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
1.29mg
Quercetin
1.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:156.77kcal
7.84%
Fat:7.78g
11.96%
Saturated Fat:1.11g
6.92%
Carbohydrates:13.51g
4.5%
Net Carbohydrates:11.5g
4.18%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:10.21mg
3.4%
Sodium:80.61mg
3.5%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:0.9%
100%
Protein:7.52g
15.03%
Vitamin K:130.73µg
124.5%
Vitamin B12:3.84µg
64.07%
Vitamin C:51.72mg
62.7%
Vitamin A:1318.39IU
26.37%
Selenium:13.37µg
19.1%
Vitamin E:2.01mg
13.43%
Iron:2.36mg
13.14%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.65%
Phosphorus:121.59mg
12.16%
Potassium:377.37mg
10.78%
Folate:40.36µg
10.09%
Fiber:2.02g
8.08%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.94%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.93%
Copper:0.14mg
7.19%
Magnesium:27.16mg
6.79%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.21%
Calcium:51.47mg
5.15%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.09%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.63%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.24%
Source:My Recipes