New England Clam Bake

This Low Carb New England Clam Bake is a delightful seafood feast featuring tender clams, succulent shrimp, and flavorful vegetables, all infused with the essence of the sea. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish brings the taste of a traditional clam bake while keeping it low in carbs.

Ingredients

• Fresh clams - 500 grams
• Large shrimp, peeled and deveined - 200 grams
• Cauliflower florets - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Crushed red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the clams, shrimp, cauliflower florets, and cherry tomatoes.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
4. Pour the olive oil mixture over the seafood and vegetables, tossing to coat evenly.
5. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes, or until the clams open and the shrimp are cooked through.
6. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 340
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
• High in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.

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