Spanish Tapas-Inspired Mussels with Saffron Recipe

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At A Glance:

• Servings: 2
• Active Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 40 min

Nutrition:

Per serving: 371 calories; 10 g fat ( 2 g sat , 5 g mono ); 48 mg cholesterol; 39 g carbohydrates; 27g protein; 7 g fiber; 619 mg sodium; 729 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (130% daily value), Vitamin A (50% dv), Iron (45% dv), Folate (36% dv), Potassium (21% dv).

Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 2 vegetable, 4 lean meat

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 8-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed (3/4 cup)
• 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 4-ounce jar chopped pimientos, rinsed
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• Pinch of saffron
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth, or reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup dry sherry
• 2 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, onion, garlic and pimentos. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
3. Stir in oregano, pepper and saffron. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Pour in broth and sherry, stirring to scrape up any browned bits. Bring to a simmer.
5. Add mussels and stir to combine. Return to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat and simmer until the mussels open, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir; discard any unopened mussels before serving.