Clams with Cherry Tomatoes
Bursting with briny flavor and vibrant color, these Clams with Cherry Tomatoes are a simple yet elegant seafood dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Fresh clams are steamed in a fragrant garlic, red chili, and white wine broth, accented by the sweetness of halved cherry tomatoes and a pop of fresh parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with minimal effort. Serve it with a squeeze of lemon and crusty bread to mop up the irresistible sauce, making every bite a delightful combination of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish showcases fresh ingredients and effortless cooking techniques for a showstopping result.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh clams
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 units garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cups dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 unit lemon, for serving
- 1 loaf crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
Rinse and scrub the clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any clams that are cracked or do not close when tapped gently.
In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.
Pour in the white wine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Season with salt and black pepper.
Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the clams to the pan. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle fresh parsley over the clams.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish for added brightness and serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 608 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 3671 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.3 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 279.7 g | 559% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1103 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 269.7 mg | 1498% | |
| Potassium | 7137 mg | 152% | |
*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.
