Pasta con Salsa di Cozze

Pasta con Salsa di Cozze is a delightful gluten-free dish that combines tender pasta with a rich and savory mussel sauce. This Italian classic captures the essence of coastal flavors, making it a perfect meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free pasta - 200 grams
• Fresh mussels - 400 grams, cleaned and debearded
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• White wine - 100 ml
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking until the tomatoes begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer, allowing it to reduce for about 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the cleaned mussels to the skillet, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened. Discard any that do not open.
6. Stir in the cooked pasta and chopped parsley, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from mussels, which support heart health.
• High in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for balanced diets.

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