Steamed Mussels with White Wine and Lemon
A quick and elegant dish of plump mussels steamed in white wine with garlic and lemon. Ready in about 15 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a simple appetizer.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 2 lb mussels, scrubbed and debearded
- ¾ cup dry white wine
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot with a lid, heat the 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, without browning.
- 2
Pour in the 0.75 cup white wine and 1 lemon juice. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the 2 lb mussels to the pot, cover, and steam until the mussels open, about 5-7 minutes. Shake the pot occasionally to help them cook evenly.
- 4
Discard any mussels that remain closed. Sprinkle with the 0.25 cup chopped parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot with lid
- Measuring cups
- Knife and cutting board
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