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Grilled Mussels with Spanish-Style Vinaigrette

Updated Aug 18, 2011
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Grilled and drizzled with a tangy vinaigrette, mussels make an out-of-the-ordinary entrée.

Grilled Mussels with Spanish-Style Vinaigrette

  • Prep Time 25 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Servings 2
  • Ingredients 9
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Ingredients

  • 24 large fresh mussels in shells (2 lb)
  • 1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon diced pimientos, drained
  • 1 teaspoon capers, if desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 drops red pepper sauce
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    Discard any broken-shell or open (dead) mussels that do not close when tapped. Scrub remaining mussels, removing any barnacles with a dull paring knife. Remove beards by tugging them away from shells.
  • Step 
    2
    Place mussels in large container. Cover with cool water. Agitate water with hand, then drain and discard water. Repeat several times until water runs clear; drain.
  • Step 
    3
    Heat gas or charcoal grill. In tightly covered container, shake remaining ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until serving.
  • Step 
    4
    Place mussels on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 5 to 7 minutes or until mussels open, removing mussels as they open. Discard any unopened mussels. Place mussels on serving platter; drizzle with oil mixture.

Nutrition

420 Calories
37g Total Fat
17g Protein
4g Total Carbohydrate
0g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
420
Calories from Fat
340
Total Fat
37g
57%
Saturated Fat
5g
26%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
45mg
15%
Sodium
680mg
28%
Potassium
460mg
13%
Total Carbohydrate
4g
1%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Sugars
0g
Protein
17g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
15%
15%
Vitamin C
20%
20%
Calcium
8%
8%
Iron
110%
110%
Exchanges:
0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 6 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
0
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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