Oven Roasted Mussels

Transform your seafood night with this simple yet elegant Oven Roasted Mussels recipe, a delightful dish bursting with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes. Perfectly roasted in a rich, aromatic broth of garlic, dry white wine, olive oil, and a splash of lemon juice, these tender mussels are elevated with a touch of butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. The high-heat oven cooking method ensures the mussels open beautifully while maintaining their natural, briny sweetness. Serve them with crusty bread to soak up the savory broth for an irresistible seafood experience. Ideal as a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer, this recipe is your gateway to mastering gourmet meals with ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh mussels
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 loaf crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2

Rinse the mussels thoroughly under cold running water. Remove any beards from the shells and discard any mussels that are cracked or remain open after being tapped gently.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large oven-safe baking dish or roasting pan, spread the mussels in an even layer.

Step 5

Drizzle the olive oil over the mussels and sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the top.

Step 6

Pour the white wine and lemon juice into the dish, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Dot the mussels with small pieces of unsalted butter, scattering them evenly throughout.

Step 8

Sprinkle the mussels with salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the mussels have opened fully. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.

Step 10

While the mussels are roasting, finely chop the fresh parsley.

Step 11

Once the mussels are out of the oven, sprinkle the parsley over the top for a fresh finish.

Step 12

Serve immediately with slices of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1566.6 grams (1566.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3338

Total Fat 128.30g	164%
Saturated Fat 35.80g	179%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 5772mg	251%
Total Carbohydrate 278.10g	101%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 9.00g
Protein 253.20g	506%

Vitamin D 811IU	4056%
Calcium 828mg	64%
Iron 49mg	270%
Potassium 4113mg	88%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.2%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 33.9%