Pasta con Vongole

Pasta con Vongole is a delightful Italian dish featuring tender pasta tossed with fresh clams in a light, aromatic garlic and olive oil sauce. This kosher version is perfect for breakfast, offering a savory start to your day.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Fresh clams - 300 grams, cleaned
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the cleaned clams to the skillet and cover with a lid. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the clams open up.
5. Once the clams are open, remove the lid and add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Drain the spaghetti, reserving a bit of the pasta water, and add it to the skillet with the clams. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
7. Finish with chopped parsley and adjust seasoning to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 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 clams, which support heart health.
• High in protein, providing energy and aiding muscle repair.

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