Mussels Provencal

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A tomato sauce recipe for mussels is great if you don't like the usual wine recipes (like me!). There is no salt or butter. Here's a tip to make sure mussels are fresh: tap the opening of the mussel on a hard surface, if the shell closes you've got yourself some nice fresh mussels!

Submitted by Corinne Hobin
Updated on October 26, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package fettuccini pasta

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes

  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste

  • 5 fresh mushrooms, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon dried tarragon

  • 36 raw green-lipped mussels

  • ½ cup olives (Optional)

  • 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boiling. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.

  2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil until soft. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and mushrooms, and add the mussels. Season with basil, oregano, and tarragon. Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. Stir in olives and fresh tomatoes. Cover, and simmer 5 minutes.

  4. Serve mussels and sauce over pasta.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

310 Calories
6g Fat
50g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 310
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 326mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 50g 18%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 16g 31%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 89mg 7%
Iron 11mg 61%
Potassium 553mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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