Fregola with Clams

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Fregola with Clams
45 min.
4
351kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with a delightful dish that showcases the flavors of the sea, look no further than Fregola with Clams. This vibrant recipe combines the unique texture of fregola, a pearl-shaped pasta that hails from Sardinia, with succulent littleneck clams, creating a dish that's both visually striking and bursting with flavor.

The preparation is simple yet rewarding, making it a perfect option for entertaining or a cozy night in. With just a handful of ingredients, including fragrant garlic, aromatic parsley, and a splash of dry white wine, you'll find that each bite transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast.

This dairy-free creation is not only packed with rich flavors but also beautifully balances nutrition and taste. Each serving provides a satisfying amount of protein, while the olive oil adds a touch of richness without overwhelming your palate. Whether served as a side dish, an antipasti selection, or a clever starter, this fregola with clams is sure to become a cherished recipe in your culinary repertoire.

With a total cooking time of under 45 minutes, you can easily whip it up for a weekday meal or a weekend gathering, ensuring that you'll always have a delectable option on hand. Dive into this exquisite dish and let the symphony of flavors elevate your dining experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • 10 ounces fregola 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 24  littleneck clams scrubbed
  • 0.5 cup olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • teaspoon pepper red crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook fregola in a large pot of boiling saltedwater, stirring occasionally, until veryal dente, 6–8 minutes; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 1/2 cup oil in a Dutchoven or other large heavy pot over medium-highheat.
  3. Add garlic and red pepper flakesand cook, stirring, until fragrant, about30 seconds. Carefully add wine; bring to aboil, reduce heat, and simmer until reducedby half, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add clams, cover, and cook, transferringclams to a bowl as they open (discard anythat do not open), 6–8 minutes.
  5. Add fregolato cooking liquid in pot and cook, stirring,until fregola is tender and sauce is slightlythickened (there should still be plenty ofliquid), about 2 minutes. Return clams topot and cook until warmed through.
  6. Divide fregola and clams among bowls,drizzle with oil, and top with parsley andlemon zest.

Nutrition Facts

Calories351kcal
Protein13.92%
Fat18.47%
Carbs67.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.5
Glycemic Load
21.67
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.598260848419%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
4.33mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:350.6kcal
17.53%
Fat:6.69g
10.29%
Saturated Fat:0.98g
6.13%
Carbohydrates:55.06g
18.35%
Net Carbohydrates:52.5g
19.09%
Sugar:2.26g
2.51%
Cholesterol:3.78mg
1.26%
Sodium:216.3mg
9.4%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:2.7%
100%
Protein:11.34g
22.68%
Selenium:49µg
70%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.65%
Vitamin K:36.82µg
35.07%
Vitamin B12:1.42µg
23.73%
Phosphorus:169.28mg
16.93%
Magnesium:45.12mg
11.28%
Copper:0.23mg
11.28%
Fiber:2.57g
10.26%
Iron:1.48mg
8.2%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.74%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.66%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.41%
Vitamin A:354.79IU
7.1%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.89%
Potassium:212.48mg
6.07%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.89%
Folate:16.94µg
4.24%
Vitamin C:3.45mg
4.19%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.6%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.56%
Calcium:30.13mg
3.01%
Source:Epicurious