In large pot, heat olive oil and garlic; cook about 1 minute, until garlic is fragrant.
Add clean mussels, lemon juice, lemon zest, white wine, red pepper flakes and basil.
Cover and simmer over medium heat until mussels are steamed open, about 4-6 minutes. Cook time depends on how long it takes the mussels to open – it might take less time, based on stovetop performance.
Remove pot from heat and discard unopened mussels. Serve with crusty bread and lemon wedges.
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Ingredients:
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds mussels, cleaned
1 lemon, juiced and zested
2 cups white wine
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon dried basil
Whole-grain crusty bread or baguette (optional)
Lemon wedges (optional)
Active time:
25
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition:
Calories:330, Total Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 1.5 g, Sodium:660 mg, Protein: 27 g, Carbohydrates: 15g, Total Sugars: 2 G, Added Sugar: 0 g