Mussels in White Wine Sauce

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Mussels in White Wine Sauce is a classic French bistro dish featuring fresh mussels steamed in a fragrant broth of white wine, garlic, shallots, and herbs. It's a simple yet elegant seafood preparation where the mussels open up to absorb the savory, aromatic liquid, often served with crusty bread for dipping.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, providing a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and vitamin B12. A typical serving of mussels with sauce contains roughly 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	580 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	6.8 mg
Vitamin B12	20 mcg
Selenium	45 mcg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin C	12 mg
Manganese	3.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a hallmark of coastal French cuisine, particularly from Normandy and Brittany, and is often associated with convivial, shared meals. Nutritionally, mussels are considered a sustainable seafood choice and are one of the few rich natural food sources of vitamin B12.