Creamy Turmeric Mussels with Leeks and Cauliflower
A comforting and elegant dish featuring fresh mussels steamed in a vibrant, dairy-free sauce made from puréed cauliflower, leeks, and turmeric. A perfect, nutritious AIP-friendly meal.
830 calories
$6 per serving
$30 min
2 servings
autoimmune-protocol, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 1 kg fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 400g cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 large leek, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 30 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 5g turmeric powder
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 250 ml water or AIP-compliant bone broth
- Sea salt to taste
- 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 lemon, for juice
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Instructions
- 1.In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leek and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 2.Add the cauliflower florets, turmeric, and thyme to the pot. Pour in the water or broth, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until the cauliflower is very tender.
- 3.Remove the thyme sprigs. Using an immersion blender, blend the contents of the pot until you have a smooth, creamy sauce. Season with sea salt.
- 4.Bring the sauce back to a gentle simmer. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, stir to coat, and cover with a lid.
- 5.Steam the mussels for 5-7 minutes, or until they have all opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.
- 6.Divide the mussels and sauce between two bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice to serve.
Nutrition Information
40g
fat
52g
carbs
10g
fiber
70g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is highly nutritious and anti-inflammatory, perfect for an AIP lifestyle. Mussels provide omega-3s, B12, and zinc, while cauliflower and turmeric offer powerful antioxidant and gut-healing properties, supporting a healthy immune system.
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