Spaghetti Alle Vongole

Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Spaghetti Alle Vongole
15 min.
2
515kcal

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Imagine the bustling harbors of Italy, where the scent of the sea mingles with the aroma of freshly cooked pasta. Spaghetti alle Vongole, or spaghetti with clams, captures this essence and brings a taste of the Mediterranean directly to your table. This classic dish, celebrated for its simplicity and elegance, is a delightful combination of flavors that transport you straight to an Italian seaside trattoria.

With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a dish that is both satisfying and sophisticated. The clams offer a briny sweetness, perfectly complemented by the heat of minced chili pepper and the aromatic allure of garlic. A splash of dry white wine adds depth, making every bite a burst of oceanic freshness. Best of all, this recipe is dairy-free, catering to various dietary preferences without compromising on taste.

In merely 15 minutes, you can have a restaurant-quality meal ready to serve. Whether it's a light lunch, a cozy dinner at home, or a side dish for a gathering, Spaghetti alle Vongole is versatile enough to suit any occasion. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, it's not just a meal; it's an experience. Let’s dive into the enchanting world of Italian cuisine and make this exquisite dish that celebrates the romance of the sea.

Ingredients

  • servings pepper flakes minced
  • pound clams 
  • tablespoons wine dry white
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin 
  • grams flat parsley (a small handful)
  • medium cloves garlic 
  • 6.4 ounces pasta like spaghetti dry

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. As soon as you buy the clams, put them in a large container and fill with salt water (it should taste like the sea). Over the next day or two watch the water as the clams spit out sand. If you see a lot of sand accumulating on the bottom, rinse the clams and change the water. When you're ready to make the pasta, boil the spaghetti for one minute less than the time specified on the package in lightly salted water. This is because it will finish cooking in the sauce When the pasta is about 3 minutes away from being done, add the olive oil, garlic and chili peppers to a large pan over medium heat until the garlic starts to sizzle and becomes fragrant.
  2. Add the clams and wine and then cover the pan with a lid.
  3. Let the clams steam until half of them are open.
  4. Remove the lid and turn up the heat to high and boil the mixture until the rest of the clams open. If some clams don't open, discard the ones that don't open.
  5. Drain the pasta and add it to the clams along with the parsley. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories515kcal
Protein13.92%
Fat28.66%
Carbs57.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
95.5
Glycemic Load
28.08
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.536956413932%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.09mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Apigenin
7.55mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.57mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:515.13kcal
25.76%
Fat:15.77g
24.27%
Saturated Fat:2.26g
14.1%
Carbohydrates:71.11g
23.7%
Net Carbohydrates:67.9g
24.69%
Sugar:3.21g
3.57%
Cholesterol:10.21mg
3.4%
Sodium:29.23mg
1.27%
Alcohol:2.32g
100%
Alcohol %:1.66%
100%
Protein:17.24g
34.47%
Selenium:67.8µg
96.85%
Vitamin K:67.53µg
64.31%
Vitamin B12:3.84µg
64.07%
Manganese:0.96mg
47.75%
Phosphorus:252.45mg
25.24%
Vitamin C:19.96mg
24.2%
Vitamin E:2.44mg
16.29%
Copper:0.31mg
15.31%
Magnesium:61.22mg
15.3%
Fiber:3.21g
12.84%
Iron:2.23mg
12.4%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.67%
Zinc:1.57mg
10.45%
Vitamin A:492.37IU
9.85%
Vitamin B3:1.86mg
9.32%
Potassium:296.11mg
8.46%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.9%
Folate:25.84µg
6.46%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.08%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
5%
Calcium:45.99mg
4.6%
Source:Norecipes