Clams with Salsa Verde

Recipe Type Food
Servings 4
Preparation Time Under 30 min
Total Time Under 30 min

Try this summer recipe of Clams with Salsa Verde at your next summer gathering. Featuring fresh herbs and citrus, pairs well with Nova Scotia wine Tidal Bay.

Ingredients Directions

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic
1 anchovy fillet
1 tbsp capers
1/4 cup parsley
2 tbsp mint
1 lemon, zested
1/3 cup olive oil
Pinch red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp butter
1 1/2 lbs clams, rinsed
1/4 cup white wine

Directions

1. Start by making the salsa verde. In a food processor, place the garlic, anchovy and capers; pulse until combined. Add herbs and pulse just until coarsely chopped. Stir in lemon zest, olive oil and red pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.

2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add clams and wine. Cook, covered, just until clams are cooked through, about 3 minutes.

3. Transfer to a platter and drizzle with salsa verde. Serve with crusty bread.