Paleo Clams in Tomato Sauce
Bring a burst of Mediterranean flavors to your table with this **Paleo Clams in Tomato Sauce** recipe. Featuring tender, meaty clams simmered in a vibrant, savory tomato broth seasoned with aromatic garlic, fresh basil, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, this dish is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a paleo-friendly meal, the sauce is enriched with olive oil and chicken broth, creating the perfect balance of richness and zest. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an impressive yet easy dinner idea for seafood lovers. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with a squeeze of lemon, these clams are perfect on their own or paired with a side of roasted vegetables. Whether you're seeking a low-carb dinner or a refined appetizer, this stunning dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds clams
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 10 torn fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 sliced into wedges lemon
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the clams thoroughly under cold running water. Scrub their shells to remove any grit and discard any open clams that do not close when tapped gently.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
Add the torn basil leaves, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper to the pot, stirring to combine.
Once the sauce starts to simmer, gently add the cleaned clams to the pot.
Cover the pot and cook the clams until they have opened, about 8-10 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the clams in deep bowls with enough sauce to cover them. Garnish with lemon wedges for an added zesty flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.4 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 3554 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 156.2 g | 312% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 1742 mg | 37% | |
*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.
